A member asked:
i have a sharp pain in my upper arm when i move it certain ways and i no longer have the range of motion that i used to (ie i cannot unzip my own dress or blouse because i cannot reach the zipper on my upper back like i used to). should i go see my doctor
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Dr. Christine Norton answered
24 years experience Family Medicine
See doctor: Yes, you need to see your doctor. You may have adhesive capsulitis or frozen shoulder but you will need to see your doctor for proper evaluation to determine your correct treatment.
Answered on Apr 19, 2019
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