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Suggest Treatment For Painful Calf Muscle After Treated Shoulder Joint

I am PT FOR A TORN ROTATOR CUFF... I HAVE been given 2 injections one in my hip , one in shoulder. In mid june I fell on my right side and injured my hip, shoulder, and broke 2 ribs... I m in my 4th week of PT.,. Lately, My muscles seem to be getting worse. First my calf muscles on both legs became very painful... within dsys my right arm muscle was unable to lift - very painful... now today , my left arm I am unable to lift - significant pain.. I am insulan dependent diabetic also taking thyroid medication... I take tudorza inhaler and rescue inhaler... Is it possible a medication I m taking is causing side affects..
Tue, 25 Nov 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement 's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
In the absence of any history of wear & tear or injury, constant calf muscle pain can be due to:
1. Deficiency of certain nutrients like Iron, Vitamin B 12, Vitamin D, Calcium, etc. which interferes with blood formation & nerve conduction.
2. Decrease in blood sugar levels (Hypoglycemia)
3. Any fluctuation in blood pressure levels such as Hypotension.
4. Hormonal imbalance like Hypothyroidism.
5. Lack of adequate hydration, proper nutrition & good sleep.
6. Even emotional factors like stress/tension can lead to such symptoms.
Feeling of low levels of energy & chronic back pain can also be attributed to fatigue & above mentioned factors.
Investigations like complete blood count, estimation of blood pressure and blood sugar levels will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis.
So, it will be better to consult her General Physician & get a proper physical examination done to find out the exact cause.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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Suggest Treatment For Painful Calf Muscle After Treated Shoulder Joint

Hello, Thanks for your query. In the absence of any history of wear & tear or injury, constant calf muscle pain can be due to: 1. Deficiency of certain nutrients like Iron, Vitamin B 12, Vitamin D, Calcium, etc. which interferes with blood formation & nerve conduction. 2. Decrease in blood sugar levels (Hypoglycemia) 3. Any fluctuation in blood pressure levels such as Hypotension. 4. Hormonal imbalance like Hypothyroidism. 5. Lack of adequate hydration, proper nutrition & good sleep. 6. Even emotional factors like stress/tension can lead to such symptoms. Feeling of low levels of energy & chronic back pain can also be attributed to fatigue & above mentioned factors. Investigations like complete blood count, estimation of blood pressure and blood sugar levels will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis. So, it will be better to consult her General Physician & get a proper physical examination done to find out the exact cause. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care