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I have subacromial bursitis physio has suggested cortisone injection but as i have had some before which didn't help not sure it will be worth risking?
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Orthopedics : Recommend consulting an orthopedic surgeon before embarking on any more cortisone injections which have not helped you to begin with.
Answered 8/7/2013
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