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What Causes Severe Pain In The Shoulder And Neck After An Accident?
My question is this: I was in a car accident on July 15th. I have been in pain since the accident. I had an MRI on my shoulder and neck, I have a complex labrum tear and 4bulging discs in my neck. The worst pain has been my shoulder I also have a shoulder impingement. My Ortho doctor says the pain in my shoulder is coming from my neck. I have had stiffness and soreness in my neck but the terrible pain is in my shoulder. Right at the joint and when I use my arm it starts throbbing. Where my shoulder joint is. How can that be pain from my neck?
Thu, 13 Jun 2019
Hello,
As per your history, it may be due to blunt trauma.
For that you can take tablet acetaminophen. Apply diclofenac gel or ointment locally. Heating pads will also help.
In case of not getting relief you may require MRI neck after orthopedician consultation.
Do regular physical therapy. Avoid strenuous activity
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician
As per your history, it may be due to blunt trauma.
For that you can take tablet acetaminophen. Apply diclofenac gel or ointment locally. Heating pads will also help.
In case of not getting relief you may require MRI neck after orthopedician consultation.
Do regular physical therapy. Avoid strenuous activity
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician
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