A Case of Forearm Pain from Nerve Injury
Author Information
Author(s): Yildiz Necmettin, Ardic Füsun
Primary Institution: Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, Pamukkale University, Denizli, Turkey
Hypothesis
Isolated anterior branch of the medial antebrachial cutaneous nerve (MACN) neuropathy can develop due to repeated minor trauma.
Conclusion
MACN neuropathy should be considered in patients with medial forearm and elbow pain.
Supporting Evidence
- Electrophysiological examination confirmed abnormalities of the right MACN.
- The patient experienced relief from pain and dysesthesia after treatment.
- No recurrence of symptoms was observed after a follow-up of 14 months.
Takeaway
A woman had pain in her forearm from a nerve injury caused by shaking a rug, but after treatment, her pain went away.
Methodology
The case involved a clinical examination, electrophysiological studies, and treatment with NSAI drugs and physical therapy.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 37-year-old woman, homemaker.
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