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What Causes Pain In My Shoulder And Numbness In My Forearm And Hand

Hi, I stepped on a dog toy at home last night, lost my balance and fell last night at home. ever since Then, I have been experiencing a lot of pain in my shoulder and numbness in my forearm and hand (feels like it is on it s way to falling asleep) and limited motion in my arm when moving my arm. The pain is constant and has been intense at times, especially if I do a movement within my restricted range of motion. I have iced several times and taken ibprophen. I m wondering if I should go to the emergency room to start the process of diagnosing and treatment plan. Of course the pain is uncomfortable but The numbness I m feeling is also worrying for me. since it is a holiday weekend, it will be 2 days before I could get into my primary dr. Thank you in advance for any feedback you can give.
Tue, 3 Jun 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

Traumatic injury can lead to hairline fracture in shoulder.

If your symptoms started after fall only then those are due to injury only.

You may need X ray of shoulder.

For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.
Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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What Causes Pain In My Shoulder And Numbness In My Forearm And Hand

Hello, I have studied your case. Traumatic injury can lead to hairline fracture in shoulder. If your symptoms started after fall only then those are due to injury only. You may need X ray of shoulder. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started. Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.