Question 1

how long can shoulder injury last?

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shoulder injury: Depends on the injury. If only strained, options include rest, ice, nsaids, and eventual rehab exercises best guided by a therapist.  Sometimes a cortisone injection can be helpful if inflammation is present.  This can take several months to improve with conservative treatment.  If rotator cuff or labrum is torn, surgery is often needed to repair the tear.

Question 2

how shall i treat my shoulder injury?

Accepted Answer

It depends: If there is no break/dislocation,the most important thing about treating shoulder injuries is to keep them moving(so they don't 'freeze').Dangling the arm down and making circles(small then larger)may help.Ice is very helpful in the first few days, then heat will help.NSAIDS,if you can take them,may help as well. It is important to see your doctor for significant injuries or if it isn't improving.

Question 3

what type of shoulder injury is worst?

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Bad shoulder disloca: A shoulder dislocation that is bad enough to cause a brachial plexus stretch injury can leave the are paralyzed  usually this resolves with time but it can be incomplete.

Question 4

what can you do to take care of a shoulder injury?

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Orthopaedic exam: Your primary care physician or an orthopaedic surgeon who manages shoulder injuries can efficiently diagnose and treat your shoulder injury by taking a careful history, thorough examination, and often x-rays and an mri.

Question 5

what are the steps for addressing a shoulder injury?

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That depends: on what type of injury you have had. If for example you have separated your AC joint you may only need to restrict your activities until your symptoms permit you to return. If you have had a dislocation episode you may require further work up to determine if you need any further management. These only represent two of many different scenarios.

Question 6

i'm wondering how should i treat my shoulder injury?

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Rest, ice, arm sling: Rest, ice, arm sling for 1 week. If not better see your doctor.

Question 7

how long will it take for a shoulder injury to heal?

Accepted Answer

1-2 weeks: In general, strains are largely better in 1-2 weeks. If your shoulder pain is not significantly improved in 1-2 weeks, you should have it evaluated by an orthopedic doctor.

Question 8

what can i do if my shoulder injury is not getting better?

Accepted Answer

Shoulder Pain: Most common causes of shoulder pain are inflammation, SLAPS tears, Rotator Cuff tears, and shoulder dislocations. If you are having pain make an appointment to see an Orthopaedic shoulder surgeon for an examination and treatment options. Many times tjerapy, NSAIDS, pain medications, or a steroid injection can give you great relief. Hope this helps. Take care, Joe Wilson.

Question 9

how much time does it take to recover from a shoulder injury?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Recovery depends on what type of injury occurred.  As a general rule of thumb, if the injury does not seem to be severe enough to warrant immediate evaluation, it is reasonable to give it at least 6 wks to get better. If there is still pain and loss of function it is time to see your doctor.  If there is significant immediate pain and/or loss of function after injury, get an evaluation asap.

Question 10

what all is needed to make  a proper shoulder injury diagnoses?

Accepted Answer

Shoulder injury: Physical exam, including range of movement, xraysvand MRI if indicated.

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