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Two docs diagnosed me with shoulder impingement, but without mri. i am in constant pain. nsaids don't help. exercises make it worse. cortisone? mri?
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This is the most: Common cause of shoulder pain in your age group.Cortisone and an MRI along with physical therapy may be in order.Follow your doctor 's treatment plan.
Answered 2/2/2015
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