A member asked:

Had a cortisone shot 6weeks ago 4 tendonitis , burstitis & partial tear now pain has came back . what should u do . i have had physio also .shoulder?

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Dr. Bertrand Kaper answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

Consider surgery: If you have a partial rotator cuff tear as documented by an MRI scan, and you have had thorough conservative care (physical therapy, rest, nsaid's, and a cortisone injection), you may to consider surgery to address your ongoing pain. Arthroscopic shoulder surgery should be able to take care of the problem for you. Discuss with your orthopaedic surgeon re your best choice.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Might Need Another: It's controversial, but some mds might give a second cortisone shot... Sometimes the first doesn't "stick.".

Answered 10/8/2017

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