Hi, yesterday I knocked my elbow really hard on something. I doubt I actually broke a bone since I am able to bend my arm although it does hurt quite a lot. I wasnt really able to touch my shoulder without it hurting a lot but now the pain is slowly subsiding. However, my wrist is hurting and my fingers feel a bit funny. Is this normal? Should I get my arm looked at by the doctor or is it just going to clear up by itself?
2007-07-13 02:37:03 · 5 answers · asked by magia li 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
You probably hit a nerve. That's why you're feeling pain down the arm and into the hand. I think you should see a doctor and get an examination so that you can benefit from proper medical care.
2007-07-13 02:41:13 · answer #1 · answered by Cherokee Billie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The nerves that run from shoulder to hand will of course be inflamed.Try a simple exercise. Put your elbow gently on a table,you're sitting down, Open your hand and fingers as wide as they can go,as if you want to leave an impression on someone's face with a good slap! Count to 10 and slowly make a fist,your thumb on the outside of the fist.Count to ten and repeat both parts of the exercise three times,morning and evening.It should clear up in a day or so.Continue to do the exercise for five days. Good Luck. PS When you do both parts of the exercise use all the strength you have opening and making a fist.
2007-07-13 02:44:28 · answer #2 · answered by Barbara D 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If its swollen then better see a doctor, or else monitor it for a few days. Should be normal to feel abit numbness.
2007-07-13 02:44:57 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its is always a good idea to consult a doctor if the pain doesn't fade.
2007-07-13 02:40:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like you hit a nerve.
you'll probably be fine, but i would go to the doctors, just so you can make sure your careful with it and make sure its nothin else
2007-07-13 04:33:04 · answer #5 · answered by BasketballBabeRW 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋