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My shoulder hurts and my rotator cuff. i've had a cortisone shot and now it hurts again. what can i do to help it. for relief. what helps?
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Shoulder: For now use ice and an anti inflammatory. Get with your doctor and determine if you need a mri.
Answered 4/5/2013
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See ortho: Need to have a good diagnosis. Probably need MRI scan for further info. Pt and exercise and antiinflammatories might help.
Answered 6/10/2014
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