Arm Pain Treatments

It's important to pay attention to arm pain symptoms so that you can get the appropriate treatment and find relief.

Some common symptoms of arm pain include:

• Aching or throbbing: This is a general sensation of discomfort that may always be present or come and go.
• Tingling or numbness: This is a sensation of pins and needles in the arm or a loss of feeling.
• Weakness: This is usually a feeling of inability to use the arm or a feeling of fatigue when using the arm.
• Swelling: This is an increase in the size or volume of the arm due to fluid buildup.
• Redness or warmth: This is an indication of inflammation, which is a common cause of arm pain.

It's important to note that many unique conditions can cause arm pain, and each condition may have its own set of symptoms.

Some conditions that can cause arm pain include:

• Carpal tunnel syndrome: Occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm to the hand, becomes compressed.  Symptoms may include tingling, numbness, and weakness in the hand and wrist.
• Tennis elbow: Occurs when the tendons in the elbow become inflamed.  Symptoms may include pain in the elbow, weakness in the arm, and difficulty gripping objects.
• Frozen shoulder: Occurs when the shoulder joint becomes stiff and painful, often as a result of injury or surgery.  Symptoms may include pain and difficulty moving the arm.

If you're experiencing arm pain and are unsure of the cause, don't hesitate to contact Atlas Pain Specialists.  Our team of experienced pain management specialists can help identify the cause of your arm pain and develop a treatment plan to alleviate it.

If you're experiencing arm pain, getting an accurate diagnosis and the appropriate treatment to find relief is important.

One of the first steps in treating arm pain is to identify the cause.  At Atlas Pain Specialists, we have a team of experienced pain management specialists who can help diagnose the cause of your arm pain through a variety of methods, including:

• Physical examination: During a physical examination, our specialists will examine your arm to identify any areas of tenderness or swelling and assess your range of motion.
• Imaging tests: We may recommend imaging tests such as X-rays, CT scans, or MRI scans to get a better look at the structures inside your arm and identify any abnormalities.
• Nerve conduction studies & Electromyography (EMG): These tests measure the speed and strength of nerve signals in the arm and can help diagnose conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome.

Once the cause of your arm pain has been identified, our specialists will work with you to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs.  Treatment options for arm pain may include:

• Medications: We may recommend over-the-counter or prescription pain medications to help alleviate your arm pain.
• Physical therapy: Physical therapy can help improve strength, flexibility, and range of motion in the arm and may be recommended to help manage chronic arm pain.
• Interventional procedures: Our specialists may sometimes recommend interventional procedures such as nerve blocks or injections to help manage arm pain.

Please reach out to Atlas Pain Specialists if you're having arm pain.  Our team of highly trained pain management experts is here to assist you in getting relief and getting your life back on track.