What Causes Pain And Tingling Sensation In Both Shoulders And Arms?

Posted on Thu, 6 Apr 2017

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Thu, 6 Apr 2017 Answered on

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Question : I have pain and tingling in both shoulders and arms only when I lay down to sleep. If I'm up and active there is no pain?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Instability of cervical spine to consider.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HealthcareMagic.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

One of the most probable conditions that may cause such symptoms is instability (spondylolisthesis) of your cervical spine since these symptoms arise from certain head and neck positions.

Imaging studies such dynamic X-rays and MRI of your cervical spine play an important role in achieving a correct understanding of your condition.

Please discuss with your Doctor about getting examined further.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Greetings.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee