Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Elbow Pain, Weakness In Thumb. What Is Wrong?
I am 17 years old and a left handed pitcher. In June I was pitching and felt a sharp pain in my elbow . The next day it was extremely soar and tight with bad pain. My inner elbow was swollen. So I took 3 weeks off. I then pitched in a gain where I felt the pain in the beginning of the game till the 5th inning and then stopped. The pain this time was not as bad. I took another 3 weeks off and started throwing short bullpens. Last week I felt the pain again around the 45th pitch but yet again it was not as bad. I did notice a decrease in velocity after the first bullpen with no improvement. Today as I was throwing I now felt weakness in my thumb . What do you think is wrong?
Mon, 23 Sep 2013
Hi and welcome to HCM
Weakness in your thumb seems to be related to nerve compression. Elbow pain and swelling could be due to tendinitis or strain. Giving rest to the elbow and electro diagnostic test will be helpful.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and informative and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care.
Weakness in your thumb seems to be related to nerve compression. Elbow pain and swelling could be due to tendinitis or strain. Giving rest to the elbow and electro diagnostic test will be helpful.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and informative and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Tendinitis
Loading Online Doctors....