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Had An Accident. Had Discomfort In My Elbow. Finger Is Tingling. On Ibuprofen. Didn T Help. Treatment?
I was in a car accident about a month ago and I got whiplash once I stopped taking pain meds I had this constant discomfort in my elbow all around and if youvpress on the inside it hurts. Last night my baby and ring finger started to tingle and go numb and now again it is back and worse, should I go to the hospital or wait for my ortho appointment. I also took 600mg of ibuprofen it didn't help
Sat, 24 Aug 2013
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The treatment of elbow pain depends entirely on the cause of the problem. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you understand the cause of your symptoms before embarking on a treatment program.
First treatment for many conditions that cause elbow pain is to rest the joint.
Ice packs and heat pads are among the most commonly used treatments for elbow pain.
Stretching the muscles and tendons that surround the joint can help with some causes of elbow pain.
Physical therapy is an important aspect of treatment of almost all orthopedic conditions. Physical therapists use different modalities to increase strength, regain mobility, and help return patients to their pre-injury level of activity.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Thanks for writing to us.
The treatment of elbow pain depends entirely on the cause of the problem. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you understand the cause of your symptoms before embarking on a treatment program.
First treatment for many conditions that cause elbow pain is to rest the joint.
Ice packs and heat pads are among the most commonly used treatments for elbow pain.
Stretching the muscles and tendons that surround the joint can help with some causes of elbow pain.
Physical therapy is an important aspect of treatment of almost all orthopedic conditions. Physical therapists use different modalities to increase strength, regain mobility, and help return patients to their pre-injury level of activity.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
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Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.
The description of symptoms typically suggests that you are having ULNAR NEURITIS. The ulnar nerve might have injured at the level of the medial epicondyle of the humerus where it is placed just beneath the skin.
I suggest you to have an xray of the elbow joint to rule out any fracture involving the medial epicondyle.
Approach an orthopedic surgeon for further management.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
The description of symptoms typically suggests that you are having ULNAR NEURITIS. The ulnar nerve might have injured at the level of the medial epicondyle of the humerus where it is placed just beneath the skin.
I suggest you to have an xray of the elbow joint to rule out any fracture involving the medial epicondyle.
Approach an orthopedic surgeon for further management.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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