"crampy sore forearms" with striking pains on the underside... ouch.... for years I suffered with that. I have found keeping my upper body warm -- but not with heating pads - too much heat promotes swelling, especially on a microscopic basis -- helps with the arm pain. Thursday replied to "arms socks" from PT to real arms warmers/socks at looks of accessory shops. Guess what I got for X-mas? "Snuggies." (Blankets with arms sewn in) My husband got me 4 for Xmas. I just have them at all different places so I don't have to drag my nest around anymore.
My EMG/NCVs X3 sets and a shoulder MRI did not confirm my diagnosis of TOS. It did show other things, but not definitive for TOS. A good doctor will order what tests you will need.
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Originally Posted by northerngirl
Wow, Thanks Ladies!
My GP said he could not order a MRI or a CT scan I would have to get a neurologist to order it or if I wanted to pay for it I could have one in a week. I would gladly do if it would give me a clear diagnosis, but if the GP can't be bothered to send me to some who could answer my questions. Is crampy, sore forearms something you see with TOS? I still have strength in my hands (like opening jars) but I don't have the stamina with them, like giving a long massage is harder now.
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