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Why can't i lift my bent left arm up any higher than my shoulder without pain beginning intensely within my upper arm ?
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Joint and/or nerves: Severe pain triggered by arm elevation suggests a joint problem. Rotator cuff injury can do this. However, the brachial plexus is a collection of nerves under the clavicle that can cause severe shooting pains into the upper arm. Inflammation of the plexis can produce symptoms as you describe. A thorough medical evaluation would be appropriate.
Answered 10/3/2016
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