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Suggest Treatment For Forearm Weakness

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Posted on Fri, 22 Jan 2016
Question: I have extreme pain in my right forarm when I grip anything heavier that a small cup. My elbow hurts banged it 2 weeks ago not getting any better.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (14 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Forearm weakness

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome

I appreciate your concern

There should be no muscle weakness normally with a muscle sprain or mild to moderate trauma. Nerve damage , neuropathy / nerve entrapment, vascular compromise are possible complications with such a presentation. After examining the upper limb, X rays of the shoulder and elbow joints along with the bones involved ie humerus, radius and ulna can be done to rule out the possibility of a fracture or dislocation. NSAIDS are usually given for 7 to 10 days for associated inflammation. If the weakness persists then Nerve conduction studies and electromyography can be advise in consult with your doctor.

Please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action

let me know if you have any query

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Dr M.S Khalil
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil

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Suggest Treatment For Forearm Weakness

Brief Answer: Forearm weakness Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome I appreciate your concern There should be no muscle weakness normally with a muscle sprain or mild to moderate trauma. Nerve damage , neuropathy / nerve entrapment, vascular compromise are possible complications with such a presentation. After examining the upper limb, X rays of the shoulder and elbow joints along with the bones involved ie humerus, radius and ulna can be done to rule out the possibility of a fracture or dislocation. NSAIDS are usually given for 7 to 10 days for associated inflammation. If the weakness persists then Nerve conduction studies and electromyography can be advise in consult with your doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action let me know if you have any query Wishing you best of health Thanks Dr M.S Khalil