my fingers were becoming numb and my arms were becoming weak and tingley...what could the problem be?
2007-02-26 17:26:15 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
It sounds like you pinched a nerve in your armpits. when using crutches, you shouldn't be putting all your weight on your armpits, b/c then you run the risk of pinching nerves. for future reference, when using crutches, keep your upper arm muscles tight to your body when you're crutching along. and even when you're standing there resting, don't rest your weight on your crutches b/c that puts pressure on your armpits.
2007-02-26 17:29:56 · answer #1 · answered by mighty_power7 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you answered your own question. You used them improperly. you need to use the equipment like that properly. you really do not have a choice on that
2007-02-26 17:31:58 · answer #2 · answered by sailor_saturn_is_hotaru_tomoe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you are not acctually supposed to lean your armpits on the crutches you are supposed to use your arms to lift yourself up.
2007-02-26 17:30:05 · answer #3 · answered by Rita C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋