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What Causes Heaviness And Pain In Arm And Shoulder?

Good morning Dr., have a good day. My wife suffering from heavy pain at her both hands specially in upper arm position, have burning sensation, not getting strength/power in her hands, and also has a paid in shoulder also. please advice accordingly and thanks.
Fri, 6 May 2016
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Hello,
Thank you for your query.

It seems that she may have cervical spondylosis.to rule out rheumatoid arthritis as well
I would :
- get a detailed medical, personal and family history
- clinically examine her thoroughly with focus on neuromuscular system
-run blood tests (complete blood count, Esr, rheumatoid factor, auto immune profile, calcium levels, Thyroid profile)
- get an x-ray /MRI of the spine if indicated
Based on the above results and findings, I would advice relevant treatment.

I recommend that she see a physician to check for these.

In the meantime, I recommend
- rest.
- ice compresses (ice wrapped in a thin cloth) Ober the affected areas
- avoid activities that worsen the pain (cutting, chopping etc)
-avoid hot/warm baths or massaging the area intensely.
-anti inflammatory ointments and tablets after consulting physician.
Hope this helps.
Wish you both good health.

Please let me know if there is anything else I can help you with.
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What Causes Heaviness And Pain In Arm And Shoulder?

Hello, Thank you for your query. It seems that she may have cervical spondylosis.to rule out rheumatoid arthritis as well I would : - get a detailed medical, personal and family history - clinically examine her thoroughly with focus on neuromuscular system -run blood tests (complete blood count, Esr, rheumatoid factor, auto immune profile, calcium levels, Thyroid profile) - get an x-ray /MRI of the spine if indicated Based on the above results and findings, I would advice relevant treatment. I recommend that she see a physician to check for these. In the meantime, I recommend - rest. - ice compresses (ice wrapped in a thin cloth) Ober the affected areas - avoid activities that worsen the pain (cutting, chopping etc) -avoid hot/warm baths or massaging the area intensely. -anti inflammatory ointments and tablets after consulting physician. Hope this helps. Wish you both good health. Please let me know if there is anything else I can help you with.