What Causes Sudden Pain In Left Elbow Muscle And Rib Cage?

Posted on Sun, 22 Mar 2015

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Question : Hi I am 58 yrs old and lately experiencing a quick twinge in my left elbow muscle and my upper left rib cage at the same time. Its not all the time and it last for about 3 seconds..its not my entire arm and its not my entire chest

Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
you need regular follow up

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I read your query.
Sudden short onset pain can be due to nerve compression.
I will advise you MRI spine and EMG NCV study for quick diagnosis.
That's good that your cardiac profile is normal. If required 2 D ECHO may help you.
Till time you can take neurotropic medication like methylcobalamine and gabapentin consulting your doctor.
Physiotherapy like tens and matrix therapy may help you.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.

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