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Had Shoulder Rotator Cuff Surgery After A Fall. Damaged Ulnar Nerve. Did Carpal Tunnel Surgery. Pain Is Persisting
I fell a year and a half ago landed on my hip and shoulder had rotator cuff surgery and carpal tunnel surgery damaged my ulnar nerve , my mid back and lower back and hips, down my thighs and buttocks are hurting so bad that I have a hard time sitting and laying down, I have had a mri but it does not show anything. Could this still be from the fall cause it just seems to be getting worse
Tue, 10 Sep 2013
Hi and thanks for the query,
It is possible that it stems from the fall. However, MRIs and X rays being quite normal might force us to open minds and think of other possibilities. It is however necessary to carry out a detailed physical examination. Non traumatic or problems unrelated to the fall are a possibility too in this case. Any notions of swelling, fever, malaise or joint pain must be seriously sought for. Consult an internist for a complete clinical review. The services of a physiotherapist might help as you await a more in depth evaluation. Thanks and kind regards.
Bain LE, MD
It is possible that it stems from the fall. However, MRIs and X rays being quite normal might force us to open minds and think of other possibilities. It is however necessary to carry out a detailed physical examination. Non traumatic or problems unrelated to the fall are a possibility too in this case. Any notions of swelling, fever, malaise or joint pain must be seriously sought for. Consult an internist for a complete clinical review. The services of a physiotherapist might help as you await a more in depth evaluation. Thanks and kind regards.
Bain LE, MD
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