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6 months ago i hurt my shoulder.it was not a bad injury, but it still bugs me and once/month it tightens so bad that it hurts to breathe.i workout & stretch it daily.should i see a dr. now?
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Probably: Hyperostosis o the ac joint is digging into one of your rotator ligaments.
Answered 2/19/2014
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Probably: You have too much pain to be 6 months out from your injury. Get it checked out and the appropriate treatment ! good luck! shoulders can be a bear!
Answered 2/19/2014
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Yes: 6 months would be considered chronic'active at this point and an evaluation would be best for you. Good luck.
Answered 2/15/2014
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Sounds right!: You've been patient and you've tried to do good things. Seems like you feel you could benefit from some additional ideas and help. As you know, there are no certainties about outcome, but why not give it a try? Best wishes for a good result!
Answered 2/19/2014
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