Arm Pain

Arm Pain services offered in Fort Worth, Southlake and Weatherford, TX

Arm pain is a common complaint that can sideline you from sports, work, and everyday activities. It affects more than 30% of adults in the United States. At Texas Health Care Fort Worth’s Bone & Joint Clinic in Fort Worth, Southlake, and Weatherford, Texas, the board-certified orthopedic surgeons diagnose the root cause of arm pain and ease your discomfort. Schedule an evaluation today by calling the office or booking a visit online.

Arm Pain Q&A

What is arm pain?

Arm pain can affect any part of your arm, including the upper arm, elbow, forearm, wrist, hand, and fingers. It can result from age-related wear, injury, or chronic disease. If your arm pain is ongoing or extreme, see the experts at Texas Health Care Fort Worth’s Bone & Joint Clinic to diagnose the cause and restore your arm’s structure and/or function.

What are the symptoms of an arm problem?

The following can indicate an arm injury or disease:

Mild, moderate, or severe discomfort
Aching
Bruising
Redness
Weakness
Tingling
Burning
Numbness
Warmth
Swelling
Stiffness
Decreased ability to grasp objects
Visible deformities
Decreased joint range of motion

Your symptoms will depend on the cause. They could be mild and heal on their own or more severe and require medical treatment.

Which conditions cause arm pain?

The following can contribute to arm pain:

Fractures
Sprains
Strains
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Tendinitis
Arthritis
Congenital deformities
Repetitive stress/overuse
Bursitis (inflamed fluid-filled sacs in the joints)
Muscle, nerve, ligament, or tendon injuries
Lacerations
DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis (tendon sheath swelling)
Osteoporosis
Rotator cuff tears
Shoulder instability
Shoulder dislocation
Tennis elbow
Tumors

Your pain can be the result of genetics, a sports injury, a work-related injury, a car accident, a chronic disease, or age-related wear.

How is the cause of arm pain diagnosed?

The experts at Texas Health Care Fort Worth’s Bone & Joint Clinic determine what’s causing your discomfort by discussing your medical history, reviewing your symptoms, and examining your hand, wrist, arm, elbow, and shoulder.

They might order lab work, as well as X-rays, ultrasound, an MRI, a CT scan, or other imaging procedures to confirm a diagnosis and create an effective treatment plan.

How is arm pain treated?

Your personalized arm pain treatment can consist of:

Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
Heat packs
Activity changes
Therapeutic massage
Bracing
Splinting
Casting
Physical therapy
Medication
Corticosteroid injections
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication
Aspiration (fluid removal)
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections
Stem cell injections
Osteoporosis care
Sports medicine
Arthroscopy
Minimally invasive surgery
Total shoulder replacement

You might need more than one arm pain treatment to ensure lasting relief. Your orthopedic specialist follows up to ensure that your plan is effective. They are available to address questions or concerns.

Schedule an arm pain evaluation today at Texas Health Care Fort Worth’s Bone & Joint Clinic by calling the office or booking online.