Among the many symptoms we see in our patients are problems of skin rashes and itching. The problem of itching can in itself be challenging. For many people, it is difficult to understand that this may not be a problem of the skin but rather a problem of neurology or nerves. If you are reading this article the most important thing we are going to cover is that one answer to stop the itching maybe by addressing neck instability and a problem of nerve impingement.
It was an uncontrolled itching from an unknown source. Is this the answer for everyone? But it may be an answer for many people. As you are probably aware brachioradial pruritus gets its name from the connection to the brachioradialis muscle area in the arm from elbow to forearm.
Itching is typically seen in this forearm region. When initially diagnosed many people will be told to avoid sunlight or UV exposure. They, you, will be given prescriptions for various topical medications including steroids or capsaicin. You may also get antihistamines, other anti-inflammatories, and anti-depressants will usually round out the medication recommendations.
For many people, these treatments will help. For others, they will not help. The people that contact us who tell us treatments are not helping, they have an extra component to their case. Something is off in their neck. Here is what these people are saying.
These emails have been edited for clarity. I am going on 15 years of extremely itchy arms. I have self-diagnosed myself with Brachioradial Pruritus. For some reason, no doctor in my area will help me with it.
