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On and off shoulder dull ache that comes an goes it can be fine for months then it comes on again. i've tried phsyio doesn't help. do i insist on seeing an orthopedic?

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Orthopedic doctors are surgeons, so unless you have a need for surgery in your shoulder, then seeing one may not be useful. Not all pain is due to problems in the bones/muscles/tendons. But consider seeing a sports medicine specialist to rule this out once and for all.

Answered 12/19/2022

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