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Suggest Treatment For Pain In Forearm Post Injury
Question: Yes, I would like to know your diagnosis and prognosis for this situation. I was playing golf when I hit the ball a received a 'stinger', from my thumb to my neck. Most of the pain is in my forearm however. I think this is nerve related
The cream I am taking contains arnica. I used it once and got temporary relief
The cream I am taking contains arnica. I used it once and got temporary relief
Brief Answer:
kindly give few more details.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to HCM forum.
I can guide you better if you give few more details.
1)when did this happen?
2)what was the exact location of impact?
3)is there any local swelling or color change?
4)movement of any joints affected?
5)is the pain restricted to the site of impact?
6)any associated tingling or numbness?
Waiting for your reply.
Thank you.
kindly give few more details.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to HCM forum.
I can guide you better if you give few more details.
1)when did this happen?
2)what was the exact location of impact?
3)is there any local swelling or color change?
4)movement of any joints affected?
5)is the pain restricted to the site of impact?
6)any associated tingling or numbness?
Waiting for your reply.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
This event happened on 10/29/14.
On the 15th hole at XXXXXXX Valley Golf Course, Hemet, CA USA
No color change or swelling
movement of joints affected - right arm, elbow area, neck area, behind head and right shoulder
site of affected impact - right thumb, numbness in thumb, other areas discussed above
affected numbness - right thumb
most pain in right forearm, elbow area - also pain in shoulder, neck
On the 15th hole at XXXXXXX Valley Golf Course, Hemet, CA USA
No color change or swelling
movement of joints affected - right arm, elbow area, neck area, behind head and right shoulder
site of affected impact - right thumb, numbness in thumb, other areas discussed above
affected numbness - right thumb
most pain in right forearm, elbow area - also pain in shoulder, neck
Brief Answer:
need physiotherapy.
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,thanks for the information.
From your description, a bone injury or soft tissue injury is unlikely. This seems like a minor nerve injury (sudden stretching of nerve during the event), and can be helped by careful physiotherapy after a detailed physical examination to confirm the diagnosis. Associated pain may be relieved by simple analgesics.
Though it may take a few weeks, complete recovery is likely.
You can seek the help of a physiotherapy doctor.
Hope this will answer your query.
Be free to ask further questions if any.
Wishing for faster cure.
Thank you.
need physiotherapy.
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,thanks for the information.
From your description, a bone injury or soft tissue injury is unlikely. This seems like a minor nerve injury (sudden stretching of nerve during the event), and can be helped by careful physiotherapy after a detailed physical examination to confirm the diagnosis. Associated pain may be relieved by simple analgesics.
Though it may take a few weeks, complete recovery is likely.
You can seek the help of a physiotherapy doctor.
Hope this will answer your query.
Be free to ask further questions if any.
Wishing for faster cure.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju
I explained the exact medication I was taking. I am still receiving much pain in my forearm. Please advise as to what pain medication I can take to alleviate this pain. Apparently, you suggest that this never problem will take several weeks to repair damage. I take ibuprofen as well as the topical medication. Please advise.
Brief Answer:
Need escalation of analgesia.
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
Sorry for delay in response-got a bit busy in ICU.
The fact is that, pain of nerve origin respond poorly to analgesics like NSAIDs (ibuprofen) and topical ointments.
When simple analgesics fails,in such situations I usually prescribe drugs that are specifically helpful in neuropathic pain (like gabapentin,pregabalin,tramedol etc).
But, these drugs can not be prescribed online without a direct physical examination. Also, we have to look for any spot of nerve compression too.
So, in my opinion it is better to see your doctor without delay,so that specific treatment can be started.
Hope you can understand the situation.
Wishing for a faster cure.
Thank you.
Need escalation of analgesia.
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
Sorry for delay in response-got a bit busy in ICU.
The fact is that, pain of nerve origin respond poorly to analgesics like NSAIDs (ibuprofen) and topical ointments.
When simple analgesics fails,in such situations I usually prescribe drugs that are specifically helpful in neuropathic pain (like gabapentin,pregabalin,tramedol etc).
But, these drugs can not be prescribed online without a direct physical examination. Also, we have to look for any spot of nerve compression too.
So, in my opinion it is better to see your doctor without delay,so that specific treatment can be started.
Hope you can understand the situation.
Wishing for a faster cure.
Thank you.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju
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