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A member asked:

I have shooting pain from my wrist to my shoulder. it also feels like i need to pop my shoulder but nothing happens.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Get examined: This pain could be coming from your neck, shoulder, elbow or from the wrist. You need an exam of each of those body parts to isolate the source.

Dr Italia agreed

Answered 10/15/2015

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