Question 1

can a nerve block cause peripheral neuropathy? nerve block was in my neck before labrum shoulder surgery?

Accepted Answer

See below: The neuropathy could be from the nerve block, but could also be from the surgery itself. It is possible that the needle could have damaged the nerve, though this is less likely with the use of ultrasound. The use of retractors and surgical instruments can also damage the nerve. Please check with your anesthesiologist and surgeon to get their opinions.

Question 2

i have moved and need a pain dr i am in ohio i have done 6 back eblations  shoulder surgery deteriorated shoulder and nerve block i need medicine for my pain as i moved currently and need to know what would be good to do?

Accepted Answer

Primary care doc : Get established with a primary care doc first so that your records can be first transferred. The primary care doc then can further coordinate consults with local specialists as needed.

Question 3

i had a nerve block in my neck during and after shoulder surgery it was causing ringing in the ears so i discontinued it the ringing has never stopped what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Tinnitus: Tinnitus is not a disease, but a condition that can result from a wide range of underlying causes. Sometimes spontaneous, Aspirin toxicity or in your case, possibly related to your surgery and something as simple as a potassium imbalance. This explains the many home remedies you .
It might be best to consult with an ENT for a complete workup as this may or may not have been related to your surgery.

Question 4

when someone has a mammogram is the arm and hand suppose to get numb why the test is preformed? i had a inter scalene nerve block shoulder surgery

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That is different: . 
Prolonged numbness should be evaluated.
If you had interscalene block for shoulder surgery there could be very rare complications because of the procedure. Persistent numbness or even paralysis could happen and careful evaluation and an MRI of the cervical spine can rule it out. Dislocated shoulder can do it also.  Surgical manipulation also. Most of the time it recovers. So relax.
Gabor racz m.

Question 5

can my neck/arm pain be a result of  bankart repair shoulder surgery  2yrs ago? nerve pain from neck down left arm, started 6 months after surgery

Accepted Answer

Talk to surgeon: Return to the surgeon for a follow-up. They have your records and can best discover what has happened. It's too late for this issue - but learn from it that at that 6 mth point you'd have been wise to seek follow-up. It's part of any Tx - especially surgery. Best!

Question 6

i had shoulder surgery last may an had shots in my neck.but i've had a knot in my trap for sooo long an i've done massage, pt, chiro. y won't it go away?

Accepted Answer

Need Ortho eval: With any chronic condition like that, i would reccomend follow-up with your orthopedic surgeon who did your surgery and see what they say.

Question 7

how long does shoulder surgery take?

Accepted Answer

Can't say...: Too much depends on exactly what procedure is performed - and if you are referring to surgical time or recovery time.

Question 8

can you tell me how i could exercise after shoulder surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: The exercise program depends on what surgery you had. I should be designed by a therapist to a prescription from your surgeon.

Question 9

how can i speed up shoulder surgery recovery?

Accepted Answer

You really can't: Everyone recovers at a different rate and a lot depends on what type of procedure you had. Although there is not much you can do to improve healing time the best advice i can offer is to follow your surgeon's instructions, don't try to overdo it or progress to fast, comply with physical therapy recommendations and a home exercise program. Use a lot of ice and be patient!

Question 10

tips for recovering from arthroscopic shoulder surgery?

Accepted Answer

ICE!: Get the new shoulder wrap that uses a ice water driven device that speeds recovery.

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Can a nerve block cause peripheral neuropathy? nerve block was in my neck before labrum shoulder surgery?

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I have moved and need a pain dr i am in ohio i have done 6 back eblations shoulder surgery deteriorated shoulder and nerve block i need medicine for my pain as i moved currently and need to know what would be good to do?

A member asked:

I had a nerve block in my neck during and after shoulder surgery it was causing ringing in the ears so i discontinued it the ringing has never stopped what can i do?

A member asked:

When someone has a mammogram is the arm and hand suppose to get numb why the test is preformed? i had a inter scalene nerve block shoulder surgery

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Can my neck/arm pain be a result of bankart repair shoulder surgery 2yrs ago? nerve pain from neck down left arm, started 6 months after surgery

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I had shoulder surgery last may an had shots in my neck.but i've had a knot in my trap for sooo long an i've done massage, pt, chiro. y won't it go away?

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How long does shoulder surgery take?

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Can you tell me how i could exercise after shoulder surgery?

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How can i speed up shoulder surgery recovery?

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Tips for recovering from arthroscopic shoulder surgery?

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