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I have had shoulder pain off and on for 5 months and everyday for over 3 weeks. went 2 a dr a month ago and started pt. why arent nsaids helping?
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Complicated: Shoulder is very complicated structure & x-rays & mri's are ineffective for visualizing most soft tissues therein. Most reliable instrument is doctor who interviews in-depth about mechanism of injury/repetitive stress, & exam must be with your shirt off. All tissues must be prodded, stressed & moved through their range of motion to detect pain generator. See an osteopath or physiatrist.
Answered 4/3/2013
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It depends on dose : Nsaids will help but you have to take them in proper/full dose which you can look up in google and take them every 6-8 hours as their effect is expected to last no more than 8 hours. But watch that your stomach can handle them...May need to take an antacid along with them.
Answered 4/3/2013
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