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Have Lower Back Problem, Pain In Left Arm. Scheduled For Surgery. Is This Heart Related Problem?
I have a lower back problem L3 L4, that is going to require surgery. I have stopped exercise for 45 days and lost lots of muscle tone. I have no other heart attack symptoms. I do have moderate to severe pain in my left arm around the bicep to the elbow. Pain goes away if laying down and arm on top of body. Heart related?????
Mon, 18 Nov 2013
Hello,
The symptoms may not be related to heart problems. It is probably due to radiculopathy due to compression of the nerve roots at the spine. Lack of exercise as weaken your muscles.
I would advise my patients to continue with back strengthening exercise. This will help in relief of the pain. Prescribe analgesic and vitamin supplements.
Consult with your doctor if the symptoms does not improve.
The symptoms may not be related to heart problems. It is probably due to radiculopathy due to compression of the nerve roots at the spine. Lack of exercise as weaken your muscles.
I would advise my patients to continue with back strengthening exercise. This will help in relief of the pain. Prescribe analgesic and vitamin supplements.
Consult with your doctor if the symptoms does not improve.
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