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I've had 2 l shoulder surgeries; 4 weeks ago was last one to remove scar tissue. what can i do for the unrelenting pain/ache ? prescribed meds not help

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

PT: Physical therapy will help your symptoms and get your function back again.

Answered 10/11/2020

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Dr. Otto Placik answered

Discuss w MD: Range of motion exercises and physical therapy will help to keep the scar tissue from recurring. Anti-inflammatories and icing may also help.

Dr Achong and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/7/2019

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A member asked:

I've had 2 l shoulder surgeries; 4 weeks ago was last one to remove scar tissue. what can i do for the unrelenting pain/ache ? prescribed meds not help

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Dr. Otto Placik answered

Dr Achong and another doctor agreed

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