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Suggest Treatment For Pain In The Shoulder

Posted on Wed, 10 May 2017

Question: Since my 30's I had bursitis in my shoulder, which only flared up occasionally. I am now 61 and for the last month I am experiencing increasing pain from my shoulder, down to my elbow, and my wrist. The wrist and the elbow are tender to the touch, especially the elbow which feels busied. It also affects my neck. The pain is pretty severe now, and constant. At the same time I have sciatica, which also has taking a turn for the worst this month, radiating down my entire leg, to my foot. Since it is my right leg I can barely drive. I am beginning to despair, as I feel wracked with pain from so many places. Where should I start to unravel this tangle of pain?

Answered by Dr. Chander Mohan Singh (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Get investigated.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have read your query.

In my opinion you should get physical examination by orthopedic surgeon, he may advise xray of cervical spine,MRI of lumbosacral spine and cozen test for tennis elbow to rule out pain.

I want to rule out cervical spondylosis, disc prolapse in lumbar region, which in my opinion are mai culprit of your problem.

If there is pain in shoulder joint during overhead activities then ultrasound of shoulder is also required otherwise no need.

You can also send me all the report I.e of xray and MRI scan.

Till then have tab.aceclofenac100mg+thiocolchicoside4mg twice a day by prescription of doctor as its not over the counter.

I hope this is clear.

Thanks,

Dr.CHANDER XXXXXXX XXXXXXX

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad