Is it normal for your arm to be stiff after vaccine?
Is it normal for your arm to be stiff after vaccine?
Pain in the arm is a common side effect of vaccination and is caused by your immune system responding to the vaccine you have received. The pain is usually soreness of the muscle where the injection is given.
Can barely move arm after flu shot?
The main signs of SIRVA are serious shoulder pain and less range of motion, meaning trouble with moving your shoulder normally. The symptoms usually show up within 48 hours after you get a vaccine shot in your upper arm. Research also suggests that over-the-counter pain meds don’t help the symptoms get better.
Is it normal for your whole arm to hurt after a flu shot?
Having a sore arm after getting the flu shot is very normal. The soreness or discomfort typically goes away after a few days.
Can the flu shot make you stiff?
Common side effects include: (1) Soreness, redness, or swelling where the shot was given; (2) low grade fever; (3) muscle aches; or (4) toughness/itching at the injection site. These reactions typically present soon after the flu shot and last one to two days.
Is it good to massage after injection?
Generally, rubbing or massaging the injection site area should be avoided through the time the drug is expected to reach peak levels to avoid intended absorption patterns.
How long should your arm hurt after a flu shot?
Swelling, redness and soreness are common after the flu shot and can last 24-48 hours.
What helps arm pain after injection?
To find relief from injection site soreness, try the following:
- Keep your arm moving and use it throughout the day.
- Place a clean, cool, wet washcloth over the area.
- Take a pain-relieving medication such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen or aspirin (but only consider this after you get the vaccine, not before)
Can I put ice after injection?
A cold compress can reduce swelling around the injection site. Different people have different preferences for whether heat or cold makes them feel better. Try experimenting after your injection with a hot or cold compress to see which brings you relief.