Associated symptoms
The accompanying symptoms of pain in the back of the upper arm are highly dependent on the cause of the complaints. In the case of muscular injuries, the neighbouring joints, i.e. the shoulder and elbow, are often also affected by the complaints. Temporary painful restrictions of movement can occur.
If the injury to the extensor muscles is serious, an extension deficit in the elbow is particularly noticeable. In the case of trauma, a hematoma (bruise) may also develop at the site of impact. If inflammation of the back of the upper arm occurs due to muscular injuries or superficial processes, redness, overheating and swelling of the upper arm occur in addition to the pain.
In the case of bone fractures, the pain usually does not only occur on the back of the upper arm. In fact, the entire upper arm is affected by the pain. Local irritation of the skin and insect bites can also be felt through open spots or a puncture on the back of the upper arm as well as itching.
- Pain in the upper arm
- Arthrosis
- Osteoporosis
- Impingement Syndrome
- Torn muscle fibre