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Suggest Treatment For Intermittent Shoulder Pain
Question: Greetings - I'm having some pain (not severe) in my shoulder when I move my arm certain ways. Very noticeable when I reach for my laptop behind my seat from the driver position. Trying to get a feel for what may be going on - Thanks!
Brief Answer:
Possible bursitis or impingement syndrome.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HCM to post your health query.
I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.
What you are describing seems like a bursitis or an impingement syndrome.
The treatment for both its the same- try to not do repetitive movements that might irritate the surfaces of the joint.
Also, use an anti-inflammatory drug which will decrease the pain and also the inflammation. I generally recommend Ibuprofen 400mg 1 tablet every 6 hours.
Be aware of your posture and try to have a good posture.
Use an local analgesic cream and apply by massaging 3-4 times/day.
Ice/heat packs may help.
If worse or not better you may need an orthopedist visit, together with physical therapy.
Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.
Otherwise please close and rate the answer.
Regards,
Dr. Papaqako
Possible bursitis or impingement syndrome.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HCM to post your health query.
I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.
What you are describing seems like a bursitis or an impingement syndrome.
The treatment for both its the same- try to not do repetitive movements that might irritate the surfaces of the joint.
Also, use an anti-inflammatory drug which will decrease the pain and also the inflammation. I generally recommend Ibuprofen 400mg 1 tablet every 6 hours.
Be aware of your posture and try to have a good posture.
Use an local analgesic cream and apply by massaging 3-4 times/day.
Ice/heat packs may help.
If worse or not better you may need an orthopedist visit, together with physical therapy.
Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.
Otherwise please close and rate the answer.
Regards,
Dr. Papaqako
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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