Noise When Stretching Hands, Taking Physiotherapy For Tennis Elbow. Have Arthritis. Which X-ray To Take?

Posted on Wed, 24 Oct 2012

Question: when I stretch my hands, it makes noise
I am currently taking physiotherapy treatment for tennis elbow.My job involves working on computor for long hours. I have arthritis on both my legs. Recently, I had a physical done, my HDL is at 24 and hemoglobin is 12. All other parameters are fine.
If you suggest me to take an X-Ray please let me know which X-Ray should I take.

Answered by Dr. Aparna Kohli (5 hours later)

Hi XXXXXXX
Thanks for writing in.
Noise while stretching your hands is a common occurrence and not something you should be worrying about. However, I would like to discuss two specific things here:
a. Do you have any pain or swelling or redness in the hands?
b. Also, when you work on the computer , its important you maintain a proper posture. The following link will help educate you on the best posture while working on a computer.
WWW.WWWW.WW Also, you should take a break every 1 hour and just walk around / stretch. This will help prevent work related injuries.
The tennis elbow would not be contributing to this and you should continue taking physiotherapy.
A Xray is not needed unless you have pain/swelling/redness in the hands/ arms.
As far as the HDL is concerned, it is extremely low. You should start exercising for atleast 40-50 minutes daily. You can do a brisk walk or whatever you like. Also, the hemoglobin is low for your age. I would like to know the other parameters like MCV, MCH and MCHC and peripheral smear findings ( they would be in the same report you got) . Also, has a colonoscopy been done for you?
Awaiting your reply
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Aparna Kohli (1 hour later)

Hi Dr. XXXXXXX

Thanks very much for a prompt response. there is no swlling or redness in the elbow. I guess I was worried for 2 reasons.

1. I have pain in elbow (I guess this is because of Tennis elbow)
2. I am alredy sufferung from arthritis for my knees.

I have my reports in Hyderabad, that is where my family lives. I will let you know the details when I am home during the weekend.

I wanted to respond and close the chain. Looks like there is no option.

Honestly, I am happy with your response. I will close this once you respond.
Regards,
XXXXXX.

Answered by Dr. Aparna Kohli (8 hours later)

Hi XXXXXXX
Thank you for the feedback. We can surely discuss this in greater detail once you're back home.
Take care
Dr Aparna

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar