acromioplasty/subacromial decompression 9 year ago - Suffering with similar pains
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For the last 3 months i have been suffering with similar pains and symptoms in my left shoulder (non dominate side). Working as a office worker in the information technology sector and in front of a PC for length times.
Numbness to the hand and arm, cold sensation in the hand, snapping of tendons or muscles in the shoulder, limited movement in the neck when turning left, pain in the neck, head aches and dizziness. Also lack of stability in grip. Currently on medication Naproxen . Also Amitriptyline which has been upped in dosage.
Have tried using heat patches to help along with a hot water bottle to help with muscle tension in the shoulder area and neck.
Previously had a short course of physio from my employer who works within an NHS trust. Who has now referred me back to orthpedic specialist once again. With a 3 to 4 month wait. also more physio work required.
The physio has come to a conclusion that i have a problem with my brachial plexus or with my c5 to c7.
I previously has Acromioplasty to my left shoulder 8/9 years ago. Which took over 2.5 years of seeing GP doctors, hospital appointments with orthorpedic specialist and neurologist, physio, steriod injections and medication.
Could a mis-diagnosis or a failed subacromial decompression be the cause of this?
Also is there anything you can recommend to help with pain management.
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mike1997 Sneeks
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Could all this be a result of Repetitive Stress due to working on a keyboard all day long?
Sounds alot like what my sister had who worked as a teller at a bank. When she quit that job it all went away.
Sneeks mike1997
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Mike1997 i was told previously that this was due to nerve impingement problems in the ulnar and median nerves. So decompression i.e. taking a small part of the ACJ would stop this issue.
I have not been at work for the last few months. I have spoken with my employer in regards to this. But it is all down to seeing what OH advise. Whether my contracts probation period being extended for another month or terminated under medical grounds.
Which could leave me in a difficult situation with the government, when obtaining sickness benefit. As a medical point of view from a GP/Medical Specialist. i am un-fit for work versus the government's Work Capability Assessments which are not carried out by a medical professional.