Sore arm

[tbb113]

A couple of weeks ago I banged my right elbow on the door handle. Got a nasty bruise which has since faded. It stil occasionally hurts.

I have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel a number of years ago which usually doesn't bother me (primarily right wrist) and 14 years ago I had a pinched nerve that affected my upper right arm. They are acting up as well.

Should I call the doctor and see if I really did something to my arm? Just keep taking Advil as needed? Get a massage and see if it helps?

If I should call a doctor, should I call my PCP or try and find and orthopedist?

[EmilyK]

You might have chipped/crushed the bone in there. Both my mom and my sister have done this to their elbows during misc. falls. :rolleyes: (we're not what you would call graceful) They think it's a neat "trick" to have somebody feel the tip of their elbow and be grossed out. I believe they both had pain for a while, but it did eventually go away.

I would probably see a PCP first and then a specialist later if necessary. I hope you find out what's going on so you can get rid of the pain.

[tbb113]

I just called...I have a 3:30 appointment today. Figured I should use my health insurance while I still have it ;)

[EmilyK]

Very good point! Be sure to post back when you find out what's going on.

[tbb113]

It's tendonitis. Take Motrin for the next 5-7 days 3 times a day and it should feel better.

[EmilyK]

Bummer, no squishy elbow to gross people out. ;) Glad it's nothing serious!