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Muscle spasm near neck. Right arm numb
I am regular to crossfit. The other day I was learning kipping. I was fine during the workout but after 15 minutes I realized I cant feel my right upper arm(in the deltoid region), it was completely numb. I went to a physio and was diagnosed with a spasm in my trapezius near the neck. I am being treated with ultrasound already but it has been three days and I dont see any relief. I now have upper back pain and also any sudden movement of right hand gives me a shock/stinger in my right upper arm(deltoid). Has this been diagnosed correctly and if so is it normal to get sudden shocks? Any treatment suggested?
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Use cervical pillow.
Use Back Support.
Self Massage the back of neck.
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I wud suggest you to meet a physiotherapist who is good at kinesio taping, and I understand u got the pain after the workout , as i am fitness trainer too i wud suggest you to check your form during your exercise
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Firstly avoid strains full activity.
Heavy spasm can lead numbness.
If ultrasonic therapy doesn't relief then to laser physiotherapy treatment
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First of all consult neurologist. And it’s shows like nerve involvement in numbness of upper limb... upper back pain due to continue workout after pain or heavy lifting.. u can apply cold pack for maximum 5 to 6 minutes also u can consult near Physio
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Use Dry kneeling technique for pain relief of trapezius
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Avoid weight lifting and pillow
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Hello there. Upper trapezius muscle spasm can lead to hand numbness since lot of nerves come under the same muscle. Apply hot water bag for 30 mins. If no relief from physio even after 3 days, consult a neurologist for hand numbness. It could be a compression force in the neck as well. Which is called radiculopathy
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Visit neurologist
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Relative rest
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Dr. Abhishek Verma (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Noida
Numbness in Arm can be due to many factors, have faith in your therapist. If pain persists for few more days then take second opinion.
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Dr. Dinkal Shah (PT)
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10 yrs exp
Mumbai
If there is a shock/ jerks than there must be a nerve involvement. If there is upper back pain thn it may due to rotatar cuff injury due overuse of muscle (shoulder). You can upply ice to relieve spasm. Also cupping therapy can be used.
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