Question 1

is it normal to have shoulder pain after hand surgery?

Accepted Answer

Can happen: Depending in the surgical procedure you had and the position in which you were placed for the procedure, the shoulder may become sore afterwards.  Symptoms usually improve after a short period of time and with a little physical therapy.

Question 2

what kind of doctor should i see to get evaluated for thoracic outlet syndrome? chronic r arm/shoulder pain 6yrs. 3 wrist/arm surgeries no relief.

Accepted Answer

TOS: You could try a neurologist or orthopedic surgeon...But generally best managed by a thoracic surgeon (heart surgeon). Not all thoracic surgeons manage thoracic outlet though so you must ask around. Good luck.

Question 3

chronic r arm/shoulder pain x6yrs. 2 wrist surgeries & radial nerve release gave zero relief. current ct angio neck report said modest cervical spondylosis. could this be the cause of my arm pain?

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See below: It could be very well be.  Discuss with doctor the ct finding and whether you need to see pain management for injections or neurosurgery.

Question 4

i had a mammogram yesterday and today i have shoulder pain and pain down my right arm into my hand is this normal ?

Accepted Answer

Yes can happen: Depending on how you needed to be positioned and SQUEEZED against the machine then, YES, you can be a little sore.  Take some Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Adv il as you're doing and use some ice on the shoulder until tomorrow.  If it still bothers you then, switch to a heat pack.  You'll get back to normal.....until your next mammogram!  Hope not!  Cheers!

Question 5

normal echo, blood work and several normal ekgs. left chest arm and shoulder pain. hands tingle and hr jumps to 160 exercising is this a heart problem?

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Possibly: A stress test would usually be the test of choice to rule out your heart as the cause of your exertion all induced symptoms.

Question 6

nerve or heart  arm  feels weak/numbish and shooting pains to ring finger? shoulder pain cardio did ekg & normal echo recently. have pots 28 yr old f

Accepted Answer

Not cardiac pain: Likely cervical radiculopathy or pinched nerve. Please see a doctor. Likely not cardiac pain.

Question 7

rotator cuff surgery? who does it for shoulder pain?

Accepted Answer

Orthopedic surgeon: Orthopedic surgeons do rotator cuff surgeries. While some orthopedic surgeons have accumulated significant experience doing shoulder surgeries over time while others have done extra training by completing shoulder or sports medicine fellowships. You should do your best in finding an orthopedic surgeon who has a lot of experience and/or the approrpriate fellowship training.

Question 8

larascopic gallbladder surgery 4 weeks ago. after 2wks shoulder pain, pain just below ribs on right side and in midback. could it be a trapped nerve?

Accepted Answer

Air: This was probably due to trapped air after the surgery. Should be improving as time goes by. Check with your surgeon if not improving.

Question 9

is surgery necessary to fix a ruptured bursa sac in shoulder? pain is intense and widespread. has recently gotten worse. possible rotator cuff injury?

Accepted Answer

Rupture bursa: First try PT and if no improvement see an orthopedist.  MRI and or arthrogram of shoulder can be done.

Question 10

when will the right shoulder pain after my gallbladder surgery go away?

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In few day,gas pain: Are common after laparoscopic procedures because carbon dioxide is injected into the abdomen to improve the surgeon's view.  To help treat that.Position yourself on your side if you have shoulder pain caused by the carbon dioxide irritating the diaphragm. Bring your knees to your chest and hold this position for 5 to 15 minutes, recommends the universityof wisconsin hospital.

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What kind of doctor should i see to get evaluated for thoracic outlet syndrome? chronic r arm/shoulder pain 6yrs. 3 wrist/arm surgeries no relief.

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Chronic r arm/shoulder pain x6yrs. 2 wrist surgeries & radial nerve release gave zero relief. current ct angio neck report said modest cervical spondylosis. could this be the cause of my arm pain?

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I had a mammogram yesterday and today i have shoulder pain and pain down my right arm into my hand is this normal ?

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Normal echo, blood work and several normal ekgs. left chest arm and shoulder pain. hands tingle and hr jumps to 160 exercising is this a heart problem?

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Nerve or heart arm feels weak/numbish and shooting pains to ring finger? shoulder pain cardio did ekg & normal echo recently. have pots 28 yr old f

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Rotator cuff surgery? who does it for shoulder pain?

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Larascopic gallbladder surgery 4 weeks ago. after 2wks shoulder pain, pain just below ribs on right side and in midback. could it be a trapped nerve?

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Is surgery necessary to fix a ruptured bursa sac in shoulder? pain is intense and widespread. has recently gotten worse. possible rotator cuff injury?

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When will the right shoulder pain after my gallbladder surgery go away?

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