Arm and Leg Pain Specialist
Arm and leg pain can affect mobility and may result from an injury or condition involving the muscles, tendons, joints, nerves, or bones. In some cases, it can also be linked to underlying health conditions, such as nerve compression, so it is important to have it properly evaluated.
If you have chronic pain in your arms and legs, a thorough evaluation can help you understand what is happening and whether chiropractic care is right for you.
When Should You See a Chiropractor for Arm and Leg Pain?
Mild arm and leg pain often settles within a few days with rest and home care. Schedule a visit if the pain is severe, keeps returning, or does not improve. The arms and legs have many joints and structures, so the cause is hard to identify on your own.
At your first visit, we will review your symptoms and medical history and perform a physical and functional examination. If needed, we may recommend imaging to find the source of the pain. If your symptoms point to a problem outside chiropractic care, such as a suspected blood clot, we will refer you for medical care.
What Are the Symptoms of Arm and Leg Pain?
There are two types of arm or leg pain; primary and secondary. Primary pain originates from the arm or leg and then radiates to other parts of your body. Secondary pain rises from another part of the body and then reaches the arms and legs.
The common symptoms of arm and leg pain include:
- Pain and stiffness in wrist, elbow, or shoulder
- Weakness of arms or legs
- Difficulty in movement
- Arm or leg skin that’s warm to touch
- Loss of sensation and abnormal sensations like tingling and electrical shock-like feeling
- Pain worsens when exercising and muscle cramps
Some of the Most Common Causes of Arm and Leg Pain
There are several causes of arm and leg pain. The primary reasons include:
- Injuries to the muscles and joints of knees and hips
- Inflammation or irritation of tendons or rotator cuff tendonitis
- Rotator cuff tear
- Autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis
- Stress fractures
Other causes of leg and arm pain
- Cervical spine misalignment
- Disc problem
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Nutritional deficiency and side effects of medications
- Deconditioning of shoulder muscles because of chronic disease or an injury
- Nerve damage
How Chiropractic Care Treats Arm Pain and Leg Pain
Trained chiropractors can treat arm and leg pain in Fairfax through non-medical adjustments or manipulations. Chiropractic treatment helps to ease the symptoms of arm and leg pains and prevent future recurrence.
Musculoskeletal, vascular, and neurological conditions or injuries can cause tendon inflammation, muscle spasm, stiffness of joints, and pain. Chiropractic therapy can help to address such issues and strengthen your body’s immune system.
If you or your family member is experiencing arm and leg pain, visit Active Family Wellness today. Many of our patients report improvement in arm and leg pain with chiropractic care, although individual results may vary.
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