Suggest treatment for arm pain after falling down
Patient: I had a fall a week ago resulting in a numerous fracture (spiral) as I was falling I reached up a grabbed the top of the refrigerator as my feet slipped out from under me..I feel like I may have also some tendon and muscle damage..I cannot lift my arm from straight down position from the side. Do you think this may be a sign of damage other than just a numerous f2f? Doctor: Hello, I have studied your case.Inability to lift arm can be due to rotator cuff injury which may need MRI for confirmation.Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain, you can take them consulting your treating doctor.You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS ,or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.You may need to take rest for early healing.Also check your vit B12 and vit D3 in your blood.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. Wishing you good health.Take careRegards Dr Vaibhav