Shoulder Problems And More Posted: 10-12-03 11:49am
I'm new to this. Here it goes-i have
lots of shoulder/neck/arm pain. I have
had shoulder surgery but now the doc says
he doesn't know why I am experiencing pain
yet. I think this was caused by overuse
at work and I claimed it as a workers comp
claim., I settled with work and now that
i'm back to work the pain is getting
worse. I do have other symptoms with
this but my doctors don't seem to think
it's anything. I get dizzy, have
occasoinal chest pain(which the doctor
doesn't think it's anything but an
imflammation), headaches, neck pain, and a
sick feeling. Also my knees, back, and
hips hurt. Has anybody else had this
problem and if so what should I be asking
my doctor. Could this be something else?
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LadyBrannon
Active User, Really EHEALTHy
Joined: 17 Jul 2003 Posts: 506 Location: TX
Posted: 10-13-03 08:35am
Have you thought about a second opinion?
Hugs,
ladybrannon
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cinbales
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 12 Oct 2003 Posts: 6
Shoulder Problems Posted: 10-13-03 16:50pm
I have went to a chiropractor, my family
doctor, and 2 different orthopedic
doctors. At my final visit to the
orthopedic doctor he really didn't think
that there was much else that he could do.
He couldn't see anything out of the
ordinary on my second mri. I went
through months of physical therapy and
that did make me stronger but I still have
pain. no one
seems to know. Who should I see? The
pain gets worse and then better and that
is how it has been for over a year. My
range of motion is great. Why then do I
still have pain?
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LadyBrannon
Active User, Really EHEALTHy
Joined: 17 Jul 2003 Posts: 506 Location: TX
Posted: 10-13-03 17:05pm
Have you seen a rheumatologist?
Hugs,
ladybrannon
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cinbales
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 12 Oct 2003 Posts: 6
Shoulder Problems Posted: 10-15-03 05:59am
No, I have not seen a rheumatologist.
What would he check for and do you
normally have to be referred to one by
your physician to go to one? My
physician wanted to send me to a pain
doctor. The orthopedic Dr. Did send me
to a pain doctor and all he wanted to do
was keep injecting me with some drug for
the pain, even though it made me sick for
3 days. I don't think so.........
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LadyBrannon
Active User, Really EHEALTHy
Joined: 17 Jul 2003 Posts: 506 Location: TX
Posted: 10-15-03 07:55am
Hey there...As for the rheumatologist...It
probably will depend on your insurance.
If you have a ppo, probably *not*. If you
have an hmo, you probably *will*.
The rheumatologist, I have found, will
work methodically to find the source of
the pain, how to stop the pain and fix the
problem.
Ask your gp, if you need to, for a
referral.
Hugs,
ladybrannon
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cinbales
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 12 Oct 2003 Posts: 6
Shoulder Pain Posted: 10-15-03 17:25pm
Hi again,
i will defiinitly consider seeing a
rheumatologist if I can. Thanks for the
advice.
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sharon
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 17 Jul 2003 Posts: 191
Pain Posted: 10-15-03 21:34pm
I have all the same aches as you have.
They are getting worse, but at the moment
i'm not taking any pain meds.
The change in seasons also affect me.
I'm only 46 and feel 90 most of the time!
Even though i'm always hot, and keep a fan
on me at all times . Even with the ac on
low. I find if I keep my legs ,arms and
shoulders covered up at night it helps. I
do go back and forth with the covers alot,
but I do my best to keep those areas
covered.
Sharon
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LadyBrannon
Active User, Really EHEALTHy
Joined: 17 Jul 2003 Posts: 506 Location: TX
Posted: 10-16-03 12:23pm
You know sharon...You make a *very good*
point. The cooler weather plays havoc on
the joints. I noticed that about three
days ago. Anyone else had to up the
nsaids?
Hugs,
ladybrannon
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Jenn
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 09 Sep 2003 Posts: 78 Location: Canada
Cool Posted: 10-16-03 12:30pm
Hey all,
the colder weather is coming in canada. I
will have to up my antiinflammitories but
the affect that the coolness has on my
skin and health is worth it.
Smiles,
jenn
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cinbales
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 12 Oct 2003 Posts: 6
Posted: 10-17-03 05:50am
I try not to take any pain meds because I
don't like to take a lot of drugs. But
yes there are times that you just have to
in order to get through the day,
especially at work. I work in a factory
and I am a machinist. Probably not the
best job for me. I've been there 20
years and I am considering going on to
school for something less physical. I
know that the weather does make a big
difference. Last night I had a hard time
staying sleep. My arms/shoulders/neck
were aching and burning. I did have to
keep my arms under the covers for relief.
I also had to get rid of the pillow for a
little while. I do have the hot flashes
on and off, not so much lately. I'm
thinking that is the start of menopause
though. I have begun doing more
excersises and it seems to help somewhat.
no one
seems to know. Who should I see? The
pain gets worse and then better and that
is how it has been for over a year. My
range of motion is great. Why then do I
still have pain?
