Rheumatologist Questions Arm Pain

Why do the joints of one arm ache while waking up?

Whenever I get up, I have an aching pain in my right arm. Sometimes it slows me down completely in the morning. What could be the reason for this pain?

3 Answers

Shoulder and neck are the first musculoskeletal to work up.
Your pain may be coming from your neck and the position you are in during sleep. You should consult a rheumatologist who can probably determine the source of your pain, through a combination of physical exam, X-rays and blood tests. You may benefit from exercises and a cervical pillow.
Could be bursitis or tendonitis, or you're sleeping on it