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Imagine a relentless itch on your arms that just won’t go away, no matter how much you scratch. If this sounds familiar, you might be dealing with Brachioradial Pruritus (BRP). This confusing condition is more than just a minor annoyance; it can significantly impact your quality of life.

Surprisingly, Brachioradial pruritus is a neurological condition that causes relentless itchiness and similar sensations in your arms or neck.  

Symptoms

Symptoms of Brachioradial Pruritus include:

  • Itching in the upper arms, forearms or neck
  • Burning, prickling, stinging or tingling
  • Sensation of ants crawling underneath your skin
  • Sensitivity to sunlight
  • Sensitivity to certain materials 
  • Marks or skin discolouration from excessive scratching
  • Worsening symptoms at night
  • Ice helps alleviate symptoms

Primarily caused by nerve irritation (such as a “pinched” nerve) or damage, Brachioradial pruritus is often linked to cervical spine issues, such as degenerative disc disease or herniated discs, which can compress or irritate the nerves that travel to the arms.  In some cases, repetitive strain or trauma to the neck and upper spine can contribute to Brachioradial pruritus, and sun exposure is also a significant factor as ultraviolet (UV) radiation can exacerbate the condition, leading to increased itching. 

There are a variety of treatment options, including avoiding sun exposure and oral and topical medications.  However, often these treatments only offer temporary relief or are not effective enough – and this is where the ground-breaking Prolozone therapy can help.  

Prolozone injections tackle cervical spine instability by addressing the structural issues of the neck.  They combine the principles of prolotherapy and ozone therapy to deliver a powerful punch against pain and inflammation. 

Treatment

But how exactly can this innovative treatment help with Brachioradial pruritus? 

Prolozone injections help by delivering a combination of ozone and nutrients directly into the affected area, stimulating the body’s natural healing processes, reducing inflammation, and improving blood flow. The ozone component increases oxygenation and promotes tissue repair, which can alleviate the persistent itch associated with BRP. 

The anti-inflammatory properties of Prolozone helps to reduce the irritation and discomfort that is associated with Brachioradial pruritus. 

By addressing both the underlying inflammation and the damaged tissues, Prolozone injections offer a promising treatment option for those struggling with the chronic symptoms of Brachioradial pruritus.  At Leigh Injection Clinic we offer prolozone injections to treat many different MSK related issues – including Brachioradial pruritus.  For more information please take a look at our website.

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