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So I realize I should go to a Dr but I'mma ask here first

So on Saturday I was doing a bunch of shit I shouldn't be doing like lifting heavy things, throwing heavy things, you get the point. But I hurt my arm. I kinda think I just pulled a muscle but I can't straighten my arm and the pain radiates up from about my wrist to my neck. On top of this I can't hold things in my hand, like I can grab things but I can't hold them for any length of time, and moving my hands and fingers certain ways cause the pain to spike. actions like scrolling on a mouse and counting money.

My arm is super stiff as well
Doomflower · 36-40, M
Rest it. Ice it. Take anti inflammatory meds (ibuprofen, naproxen) and some Tylenol for the pain. If it is not improving or is worse in 72 hours after the injury became apparent get to a doc.
jomsim · 26-30, M
I did the same after a long period of heavy lifting. It turned out to be tendonitis and sounds very similar to your symptoms. I'd check with the doctor, of course, but if it's what I had, it just got better slowly.

Even after a month, I could only hold a kettle if it was empty. As it started filling up, I had to transfer it to the other hand.
ForeverGrowingOld · 22-25, F
@jomsim oh god I hope it's not that I have enough problems...
SW-User
Try not lift anything at the moment. Apply relief medicine or massage balm take hot bath and have some rest. It will recover in couple of days. Also eat healthy and drink milk. :)
Doomflower · 36-40, M
Oh and is it your dominant hand?
ForeverGrowingOld · 22-25, F
@Doomflower yes it is
Doomflower · 36-40, M
@ForeverGrowingOld bummer. I would call in sick for an injury like that.
SW-User
Go to the doc then.
Nanori · F
as my coach would say drink lots of water and rest your arm
Ladywiththepants · 31-35, F
Pawan · 31-35, M
Get a relaxing massage sessions appointment
May have torn a tendon.....doctor time.
MartinTheFirst · 26-30, M
It's common, don't be a pussy.

 
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