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What Is Causing Pain And Numbness In My Shoulders?

Hi, I have had shoulder pain for about 2 months now. Have gone to a Dr. and he had me to do simple stretches. He said since I have full range of motion, didn t prescribe an XRay, simply stop with free weights (I exercise frequently) and take Aleve (which have not helped). It has been 2 weeks now; I ve noticed my fingers on right hand are a bit numb and somewhat tingly. (Previoulsy, I have also taken OTC caffeine headache relieve pills for headaches, which I have also stopped). What is causing shoulder pain and slight numbness?
Thu, 30 Aug 2018
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Hi,

Pain in the shoulder with numbness in fingers is sign of nerve compression in cervical spine(neck). cause of nerve compression may be disc prolapse. X-ray is not confirmative and MRI of the cervical spine is needed for diagnosis.

Please get it done from radiology center nearby you. Meanwhile stop lifting weights and use soft pillow of low height while sleeping. Start tab Pregalin one at bedtime for relief of pain and numbness.

If MRI report is abnormal you need to consult orthopaedic surgeon nearby your area with report.

Hope I have answered your query.
'Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Is Causing Pain And Numbness In My Shoulders?

Hi, Pain in the shoulder with numbness in fingers is sign of nerve compression in cervical spine(neck). cause of nerve compression may be disc prolapse. X-ray is not confirmative and MRI of the cervical spine is needed for diagnosis. Please get it done from radiology center nearby you. Meanwhile stop lifting weights and use soft pillow of low height while sleeping. Start tab Pregalin one at bedtime for relief of pain and numbness. If MRI report is abnormal you need to consult orthopaedic surgeon nearby your area with report. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.