Arm/Upper Limb Pain

What is Arm/Upper Limb Pain?

There are many different causes of pain in the arm or upper limb. Whether caused by  an injury, overuse, or long term “wear and tear”, the pain that results can be debilitating and may even cause difficulty with your basic daily routine, such as getting dressed. If you suffer from arm pain, there are a variety of treatments available to alleviate the pain depending on its cause. If you’re looking for a pain management specialist to help you with the pain, then turn to Janerich Pain Specialists. Now accepting new patients for evaluation, the medical professionals at Janerich Pain Specialists have years of experience and knowledge in working with those suffering from pain. Using the latest technology and pain management techniques, we will be able to present a comprehensive plan that can relieve your arm and upper limb pain so you can go back to living your best life.

The Common Reasons for Arm and Upper Limb Pain

At Janerich Pain Specialists, we handle all types of arm and upper limb pain, including but not limited to:

  • Joint pain in the shoulder, wrist, and hand
  • Nerve pain caused by carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, and radial tunnel syndromes
  • Spasticity
  • Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), formerly known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)
  • Radicular/referred  pain migrating down the arm from the neck
  • Pain caused by sprain/strain

Arm pain can also originate from another part of your body, such as the neck which is called referred arm pain. Symptoms of arm pain can range from a dull ache to numbness, muscle spasms, or a burning sensation throughout your arm.

Pain Management Treatments Available for Arm/Upper Limb Pain

When you are suffering from chronic pain, you know that you cannot live on over-the-counter medications. After speaking with your doctor about what may be causing your pain, the next step is to reach out to our office to set up an appointment. When you meet with our team, we will come up with a comprehensive pain management plan that will give you the relief that you are looking for. Some of the treatments we have available include:

  • Epidural steroid injections for Cervical Stenosis, Radiculopathy, or “herniated discs”
  • Ultrasound-guided steroid injections for joint, tendon, or nerve pain
  • Botulinum toxin injections, better known as Botox or Dysport, for spasticity 
  • Stellate ganglion block for CRPS
  • Spinal cord stimulator trial for chronic nerve pain
Remove the Pain with Janerich Pain Specialists

We know how hard it is to live with the constant pain in your arm or upper limb. That’s why we are ready to help you in your time of need. The medical experts at Janerich Pain Specialist have years of experience working in pain management and we understand what you are experiencing.

If you are experiencing chronic pain in your arm and upper limb, we are here to help. Schedule an appointment with Janerich Pain Specialists today. We are now accepting new patients throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania.

 

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Real Clients...Real Stories

I was recently referred to Dr. Janerich by my podiatrist regarding chronic pain in my knees that I have suffered from for years due to osteoarthritis. I have had pain in my knees since I was 38 years old; I am now 65.

I have tried a multitude of treatments. Among them: Laser treatments, physical therapy, Synvisc injections by an Orthopedic doctor, acupuncture and serious pain pills, along with hundreds of dollars of supplements that promised to turn me into Wonder Woman. [That never happened] No former treatments ever gave me any long-lasting relief. When I saw Dr. Janerich, he gave me something I hadn't experienced in years, "HOPE".

He offered me a nerve block procedure to ease my pain and other options for longer term relief. He was patient and thorough. I never knew there was a bridge treatment between the Synvisc injections and total knee replacements.

So far, the nerve block has been working like a miracle. I may never run a marathon, but I feel so much better. My outlook is positive and I am sure glad I went for this treatment.

Dr. Janerich's staff is friendly and personable. I would recommend anyone to come to this office for pain relief.

— Alice

Approximately 20 years ago, I had a work related injury that resulted in serious injury to both my upper and lower back also affecting my legs. There have been many times that the pain in my legs was so severe that I didn't even think they would hold me up.

After endless visits to chiropractors, acupuncturists and physical therapists I still ended up with limited or no relief. In some cases it actually made my pain worse.

I went to see two surgeons from The University of Philadelphia who told me that I would need several surgery's and even if everything went perfectly I would still only have about 50% relief. They told me that we all have our crosses in life to bear and that I should consider this mine. They felt the risk and recovery from multiple surgery's would not be worth any minimal reward. I was so discouraged and resolved to the fact that there was no choice but to live with this debilitating pain. I didn't want to take pain killers as they would only mask the pain for a short time and I would just have to keep taking them. This was not an option for me. I took Tylenol and tried to aggravate my back as little as possible.

Anyone who has a back injury or chronic pain knows exactly what I'm talking about. You still have to live your daily life in spite of it. I became very depressed believing that this was just how it was going to be.

About three months ago, I began treatment with Dr. David Janerich. He introduced me to new options and procedures which aren't regularly practiced or even recognized in our area that might help with my chronic pain. I figured, what do I have to lose.

After several injection treatments, for the first time in 20+ years I finally have received considerable relief. I am able to perform my normal daily functions with little to no pain. Things that people normally take for granted were now possible. My leg pain is totally gone
now and any back pain I have is minimal. I never thought that this would have been possible for me.

His entire staff have been great. They handled all necessary paperwork and pre-authorizations from the insurance company. They are all compassionate and truly care about their patients.

Dr. Janerich's dedication in helping his patients obtain a life without severe chronic pain is second to none. I would highly recommend that anyone who was in my condition give him the opportunity to use these same procedures and change their lives as well.

—Robert