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As I Am 7 Months Pregnant What Should Be Done For Shoulder Pain ?

I am having sever pain in my left shoulder . The range of motion us very limited due to the pain. it is located at the top outer part of my shoulder. I think it might be impingment syndrme. I am 7 months pregnant and need some releif. What do I do?
Tue, 17 Jan 2012
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Hi deidrespringer,

Welcome to HCM.
Since you are pregnant, it is better to avoid x-ray of the shoulder as far as possible, but if necessary it should be taken with abdominal lead shield to protect the child in the womb from radiation hazards.
You could try applying local pain balm or pain killer spray or pain relieving ointment and apply hot fomentation on the joint. Avoid oral intake of pain killers, to be on safer side.
If all this remedy does not relieve the pain, there is no other alternative left but to consult an orthopedic surgeon.
Wish you safe delivery of a healthy baby.
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As I Am 7 Months Pregnant What Should Be Done For Shoulder Pain ?

Hi deidrespringer, Welcome to HCM. Since you are pregnant, it is better to avoid x-ray of the shoulder as far as possible, but if necessary it should be taken with abdominal lead shield to protect the child in the womb from radiation hazards. You could try applying local pain balm or pain killer spray or pain relieving ointment and apply hot fomentation on the joint. Avoid oral intake of pain killers, to be on safer side. If all this remedy does not relieve the pain, there is no other alternative left but to consult an orthopedic surgeon. Wish you safe delivery of a healthy baby.