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What Causes Pain In The Elbow And Lower Arm While Lifting An Object?

I have a serious pain in my elbow and lower arm when I try to carry something even as light as a cup of coffee. I have a prosthetic piece runs from my elbow to middle of lower arm. It has been there for 34 yrs. I tried to lift something that was so heavy it didn t get off the ground about 6 maths ago. My arm has become increasingly painfully. I had an xray and the doctor said everything looked ok. He suggested therapy. I did 3 weeks of therapy but when they tried to have me use a 3 lb weight My arm would hurt and shake and I couldn t lift it.
Mon, 24 Jun 2019
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Hello,

You have a history of a prosthetic piece that runs from elbow to middle of the lower arm. Presently you have pain in the lower arm & elbow. It looks like overuse syndrome, a very common prosthetic issue.

Since you have already tried therapy & had arm shaking & painful, you are suggested to give it a little rest. Avoid heavy weight lifting.

You can do simple works but do not unnecessarily strain. After a couple of days you can have a follow up check up.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Pain In The Elbow And Lower Arm While Lifting An Object?

Hello, You have a history of a prosthetic piece that runs from elbow to middle of the lower arm. Presently you have pain in the lower arm & elbow. It looks like overuse syndrome, a very common prosthetic issue. Since you have already tried therapy & had arm shaking & painful, you are suggested to give it a little rest. Avoid heavy weight lifting. You can do simple works but do not unnecessarily strain. After a couple of days you can have a follow up check up. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician