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Shoulder physio not working

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david11111
david11111

After several weeks physio without much success apart from a slight improvement in range i have been advised to try cortisone injections. The pain goes from shoulder to neck to elbow... currently on Gabapentin but not having much effect anymore.... are the injections successful ?

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  • sue21470
    sue21470 david11111

    Posted

    Do u need an X Ray or MRI scan? Please see your Consultant and or GP. I am still on pain relief tablets after an op 5.12.13 on an upper arm fracture. I wait for good movement in my arm and shoulder 2. Sue
    • david11111
      david11111 sue21470

      Posted

      Hi Sue...

      I had an ultra sound scan a few months back,detected impinged bursa which physio didnt resolve

    • sue21470
      sue21470 david11111

      Posted

      Hi David

      Would u like to be refered to see your Consultant again for a check up? Can I request an ultra sound scan too? I need a second opinion. Due now to see new shoulder clinic physio team. Shall write soon. Sue confused

    • david11111
      david11111 sue21470

      Posted

      My GP organised the ultra sound scan,i have yet to see a consultant so i guess you can ask for a scan Sue ?

      I have been at a private physio arranged by my employers without any success.So i have to have Cortisone injection and see if the helps

       

  • david11111
    david11111

    Posted

    Update

    Steroid injection has not offered much pain relief,now been referred to an orthopedic triage appointment whatever that means ????

  • sue21470
    sue21470 david11111

    Posted

    HI David hope u r better now. I am responding to treatment with Shoulder Physio team at NHS Hospital where I can access a gym with guidance from physios. This is once a week for up to 45 minutes. i also see private physio once a week at NHS clinic for up to 1 hour for physio excercises. I take 2 paracetomal before physio to ease my pain.

    I may request GP refers me for ultrasound scan. I am with Orthopedic team following an op to mend a serious fracture in my upper humerus (arm) following trip on kerb. i am pleased with the support I am being given so far at my NHS Hospital. Your Team can advise about all types of pain relief too.

    Best wishes David

    • david11111
      david11111 sue21470

      Posted

      Hi Sue,im getting there slowly.Sounds like you are getting lots of help where you are.... Great news !!!

      Physio really didnt work for me but if it does for you thats great

      Take care Sue

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