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Decreased range of movement in rt elbow

2017-11-27 07:51:48
I have been diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis in 2012. My range of movement was reduced by ~20 degrees since then. However since past 2 months, the elbow is painful and range is further reduced. Will steroid injections to the joint help?
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Consult your Rheumatologist and Orthopedic Surgeon and let them decide. Steroid is only a temporary fix.

Answered2017-11-27 18:31:10

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