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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Dr. Andrew Rynne

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Suggest Treatment For Severe Forearm Pain And Hand Pain

Hi Dr. Rynne, About a couple hours ago, I noticed that my right hand was not as strong as it normally is. And a few minutes ago I tried snapping my finger and realized that it caused a slight pain in the tendons about a quarter to midway down my forearm, and also felt the same pain when I shook my father s hand. When I woke up this morning I was fine, but this happened after I was moving some heavy furniture. Could it be possible that I have strained/pulled a tendon?
Mon, 19 Oct 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.
Due to compression of this nerve root there can be hand weakness.
I will advise you to MRI cervical spine for better diagnosis.

It can be due to various causes like sudden jerk to spine, due to facet arthritis, degenerative.
For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.
Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
Local injection may help if pain remains persistent.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you are satisfied with answer do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Forearm Pain And Hand Pain

Hello, I have studied your case. Due to compression of this nerve root there can be hand weakness. I will advise you to MRI cervical spine for better diagnosis. It can be due to various causes like sudden jerk to spine, due to facet arthritis, degenerative. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started. Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. Local injection may help if pain remains persistent. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you are satisfied with answer do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion. Wishing you good health. Take care.