Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.
Tingling and numbness in the arm could be related to
cervical disc disease wherein the protruded disc will be causing compression over the
nerve root resulting in symptoms. This can be diagnosed by having an MRI scan of
cervical spine.
Conservative line of management for this problem includes -
Rest: A soft
cervical collar is advisable. It should not be used for more than a week or two as it may worsen the condition with prolonged usage.
Medicines: Analgesic are needed in the acute phase. Muscle relaxants are essential for relieving muscle spasms once the acute pain subsides. Neurotropic vitamins like METHYLCOBALAMINE (activated Vit B12) or
PREGABALIN will help in alleviating the
neuropathic pain.
Cervical traction: may enlarge the disc space, permitting the prolapse to subside. Intermittent cervical traction for not more than 30 minutes at a time. Weight upto 8kg can be added.
Physiotherapy: Once the acute phase of pain has subsided, Isometric strengthening exercises of the paravertebral muscles are started. Moist heat can be useful
Epidural steroids: are useful for patients with severe radicular pains in the limbs
Your
Hip replacement surgery has got nothing to do with your existing problem. So go ahead.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day