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A member asked:
Can't sleep cuz pain on left shoulder i have osteoarthritis and just took nsaid pill what else can i do to relieve the joint pain?
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Shoulder pain: Did you know that there are four joints and several muscles in your shoulder? I would suggest a visit to an orthopaedic surgeon for a musculoskeletal physical exam to determine what musculoskeletal or other cause is generating your pain. Rest, not sleeping on that shoulder,physical therapy, ice/heat, massage,NSAIDS, joint injections and surgery are potential options depending on the diagnosis.
Answered 1/21/2016
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