Hello @jjspokane61, I do have limited range of motion with my right arm. Weakness, also. I can’t raise it above my shoulder. My thumb doesn’t bend at all and my index finger only bends a little with great effort. My middle finger is about 90%.
My orthopedic surgeon was so alarmed at the deterioration of my hand and arm he said that I needed surgery right away. I guess he never considered PTS. I wish I had been referred to a neurologist first. However, even my first neurologist didn’t consider PTS.

I have had EMG tests performed by three different doctors. My first neurologist, who was highly recommended, literally had me jumping off the table. After he jolted me one final time with the worst jolt of all, he said, “Let’s stop here.” He said that I was overly sensitive to the test. My fault, I guess. A month later I had another more thorough EMG test by another neurologist and I barely had any discomfort at all. It definitely makes a difference how skilled the doctor is who performs the test.

I’m going to try acupuncture and cupping as suggested by one writer. Sooner or later I will find something that helps. I just can’t go on with this pain. It is very wearing. I’m glad your pain is controlled by the gabapentin.

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