Fort Myers, FL
A 30-year-old male asked:
Every time i move my arm, my chest hurts. why does this happen?
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Dr. Frederick Michael Elliottanswered
Family Medicine 22 years experience
Shoulder injury.: The muscles of the upper arm are joined with the muscles of the chest at a complex of muscles, tendons, and ligaments known as the rotator cuff (what we commonly call the 'shoulder'). You most likely have an injury of involving this structure and should see your doctor to determine if any further tests are needed. A mild rotator cuff strain will self-resolve with tylenol (acetaminophen) and gentle stretching.
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Dr. Eric Blumananswered
Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery 25 years experience
A few possibilities: This could be muscular or from a one of the joints that joins the upper extremity to the trunk (sternoclavicular) alternatively, it could result from something within the chest wall or chest cavity. If it continues see your primary care doctor.
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A male asked:
My chest hurts when i move my left arm around. Ive had this before and it was nothing but it hurts alot more this time?
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Dr. R. Kannan Mutharasananswered
Internal Medicine - Cardiology 20 years experience
Likely muscles: If you are having chest pain related to moving your arm around, it is most likely muscles or bones. Seeing an internist who can check you out is a good idea to confirm this; they can also take a more detailed history and make sure there is nothing more concerning going on like heart or lung disease.
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