When does arm pain require emergency medical attention?

For sudden weakness/loss of grip, progressive numbness, severe pain after trauma, deformity, high fever or suspected heart attack/stroke.

How many sessions are usually needed?

For epicondylitis, often 4–6 visits with a home program; for carpal tunnel — 4–8 depending on the severity. It is individualized after a functional assessment.

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Explore the symptoms, possible contributing factors and practical next steps for each condition. Use these pages to understand what may be involved and when a functional assessment can help.

Muscle aches (arm)

Tennis elbow

Golf elbow

Neuralgias of the hand

Carpal tunnel

Cysts

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