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Neck & shoulder pain going down arm when arm is above head/ straight. how do i know what type of doc to see, pt or chiropractor or totally different?

Q: neck & shoulder pain going down arm when arm is above head/ straight. how do i know what type of doc to see, pt or chiropractor or totally different?

Neck &amp; shoulder pain: Please start by finding out the cause of your pain. For that you need to see your primary care doctor. He/she may then refer you for PT. Ask your doc about seeing a chiropractor because PT and chiro are different. Peace and good health.

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Neck & shoulder pain: Please start by finding out the cause of your pain. For that you need to see your primary care doctor. He/she may then refer you for PT. Ask your doc about seeing a chiropractor because PT and chiro are different. Peace and good health.

Answered 2/11/2020

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