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What Causes Numbness On Arms And Shoulder When Chest Is Pressed?

I went to a spa last saturday for a massage. When my upper body (chest part) is being pressed, I felt numbness on my left arm and shoulder then i began palpitation. What king of condition is this? This happens everytime my chest is pressed during massage.
Wed, 23 Jan 2019
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hello,

Palpitations & paraesthesia on pressure on chest must be investigated. Kindly visit a cardiologist & a neurologist as well.

Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Numbness On Arms And Shoulder When Chest Is Pressed?

Hello, Palpitations & paraesthesia on pressure on chest must be investigated. Kindly visit a cardiologist & a neurologist as well. Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician