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What Causes Stiffness And Numbness In Arms And Fingers?

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Posted on Fri, 23 Oct 2015
Question: Cant lift right arm from shoulder out and when i extend it out i cant turn hand flat to accept change from cashier! also one month later now my left arm has numbness in thumb and index finger constantly!
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Answered by Dr. Luchuo Engelbert Bain (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Exclude nerve compression , do x Ray and mri scan. See neurologist

Detailed Answer:
hi and thanks for the query

the symptoms you are describing are classical for nerve compression . it might be important to note that the nerves supplying the upper limbs originate from the spinal region at the level of the neck. with a problem at this level and bases on which specific nerve rootis compressed , symptoms can be felt from the neck should to the hands and fingers. these could be in form of weakness or sensation issues and at times pain.

I suggest x rays and mri scans of the neck. you might really have to see a neurologist for a proper clinical review and treatment .

thanks and kind regards as I wish the best of health.

Dr Bain
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What Causes Stiffness And Numbness In Arms And Fingers?

Brief Answer: Exclude nerve compression , do x Ray and mri scan. See neurologist Detailed Answer: hi and thanks for the query the symptoms you are describing are classical for nerve compression . it might be important to note that the nerves supplying the upper limbs originate from the spinal region at the level of the neck. with a problem at this level and bases on which specific nerve rootis compressed , symptoms can be felt from the neck should to the hands and fingers. these could be in form of weakness or sensation issues and at times pain. I suggest x rays and mri scans of the neck. you might really have to see a neurologist for a proper clinical review and treatment . thanks and kind regards as I wish the best of health. Dr Bain