
Suggest Treatment For Electric Shock-like Pain In Right Arm

Radiculopathy
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The pain is likely related to cervical radiculopathy. It is due to compression of a nerve as it exits the cord. Symptoms include pain, paresthesia and weakness of the limb involved. If the cervical spine x ray was done and it showed spondylosis or evidence of compression then steroids like Medrol are the correct way to go. NSAIDs, muscle relaxants such as Diclofenac and tizanidine can be initiated along with the corticosteroids. Most likely the pain would improve.
Based on the degree of severity, gabapentin or amitriptyline can also be added to the medication. Nerve conduction studies and cervical spine MRI should be considered if the pain persists or worsens even after maximum treatment. Physiotherapy can help reduce the burden of pain medication and can be continued with the treatment. It also has considerable benefit.
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