why, do i sometimes get pains down both arms when i sneeze?

Question

every now and then when i have a louder/more violent sneeze, i get a pain down both arms..... from the elbows to the wrists...... does anyone know why?

Answer 1

Everyone has their own unique style of sneezing. Based on what you are saying I am guessing that when you sneeze you put pressure in your throat and on the back of your neck and into your shoulders. The spinal nerves that control your arms are in the back of your neck just at the area where if you put your fingers on the back of your neck and tilt your head backwards, your fingers would be sort of pinched between your back and your head. If, when you sneeze violently, you put a lot of pressure on your head downwards and bring your shoulders up, it could pinch off those nerves enough to send pain down your arms and even into your hands. In order to avoid this, just try to do the impossible--change your style of sneezing. Good luck with that. If I have not described the way you sneeze, then, I'm sorry, I don't know why you get pains in your arms.

Sherril H., R.N.

Answer 2

That is because your not taking enough calcium that cause your bones in your body very sensitive in every action you do and i bet you get a short headache too.. so eat proper and take your vitamin pills daily and hope u recover your self healthy again.

(that's what caused your sneezing problem too)

Answer 3

It may be due to the pressure you use while sneezing which comes suddenly! Anyway, to be assured, consult a doctor for a professional opinion!

Answer 4

are you trying to free a sheep from a bit of farm equipment when the sneeze strikes??

Answer 5

It is caused by the oxygen in your blood, nothing to worry about!!

Answer 6

sounds like your seizing up

Answer 7

no i don't know why not ask your GP if your worried