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What Causes Intense Pain On The Shoulders, Neck And Fingers?

My husband is suffering intense pain in his shoulders, neck and fingers. Numerous tests have been completed but dr has no answers. He is normally very active but unable to do his normal tasks. Hasn't been able to sleep in the Bed for almost 6 weeks, sleeps in a recliner. Actually sleeps very little.
Tue, 7 Mar 2017
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Hello,
Thanks for trusting Healthcaremagic.
I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns.

Probable Diagnosis: Cervical radiculopathy.
Investigations : MRI scan
Outcome : Moderate to good.

The symptoms you have mentioned suggest the possibility of a condition called "cervical radiculopathy",but before commencing the treatment we have to rule out other musculoskeletal conditions.
Cervical radiculopathy is a condition caused by compression of your nerve caused by herniated disc on your neck or some other conditions.
I suggest you to consult an orthopedician and you need a detailed physical examination to make a definite diagnosis.A clinical test called "Spurling’s test" used to make a diagnosis.
Imaging studies like MRI may be needed to know the severity of disease.Nerve conduction study is also needed.
Treatment is by non surgical methods in most of the cases by physiotherapy,pain management,and life style modifications.Surgery required only if conservative measures fail.

Hope I have answered your query.
Wishing you good health.

Regards.
Dr.Shinas
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What Causes Intense Pain On The Shoulders, Neck And Fingers?

Hello, Thanks for trusting Healthcaremagic. I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns. Probable Diagnosis: Cervical radiculopathy. Investigations : MRI scan Outcome : Moderate to good. The symptoms you have mentioned suggest the possibility of a condition called cervical radiculopathy ,but before commencing the treatment we have to rule out other musculoskeletal conditions. Cervical radiculopathy is a condition caused by compression of your nerve caused by herniated disc on your neck or some other conditions. I suggest you to consult an orthopedician and you need a detailed physical examination to make a definite diagnosis.A clinical test called Spurling’s test used to make a diagnosis. Imaging studies like MRI may be needed to know the severity of disease.Nerve conduction study is also needed. Treatment is by non surgical methods in most of the cases by physiotherapy,pain management,and life style modifications.Surgery required only if conservative measures fail. Hope I have answered your query. Wishing you good health. Regards. Dr.Shinas