Anxiety can manifest with aches and pains but this is best dealt with by consulting a mental health professional as this is outside the scope of orthopedics.

Anxiety manifests itself in a variety of ways but it is important to always seek a medical evaluation by a licensed professional.

Thank you for that question. Anxiety can certainly cause those symptoms. And it is a common source of shoulder, arm, and hand pain. However, as always, I would advise you to see your doctor to be sure there is not something more serious causing this.

Harrison Solomon, M.D.