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Should I see my Doctor for Shoulder Pain?
Doctor’s are generally the first place many people think of going when they have any medical problems but when it comes to shoulder pain there are a number of other alternatives that may be better for you.
What Tests will my Doctor do for Shoulder Pain?
If you have not been to your Doctor previously then one of the first things he will probably want to do is take a general medical history. After this, or if you have seen him previously, he will begin a shoulder examination examining not only the shoulders but also the chest, neck and spine. He may also feel areas of the shoulder for any abnormalities and consider your range of movement as well. Two other tests your doctor may try are to ask you to lower your arm slowly to the side or to raise it straight in front of you and then pull it across your chest. These tests will help your Doctor to determine where your shoulder pain is coming from and what could be the problem.
What Your Doctor Will Say?
After doing some investigations of your shoulder pain, your doctor should be able to tell you whether the pain is coming from your acromioclavicular joint, the rotator cuff or another injury. If he picks up more serious symptoms he may ask you to go for further tests such as x-rays or blood tests, but this is usually unnecessary.
What Will Your Doctor Prescribe?
Doctor’s tend to like medicines and so if you consult a Doctor about your shoulder pain then they will most likely recommend NSAID’s (non-steriodal anti-inflammatories, i.e. drugs which reduce inflammation but not containing steroids) and other painkillers. They may also refer you to a physiotherapist.
Other Alternatives to Visiting your Doctor for Shoulder Pain
Today more and more people are realising that NSAID’s and painkillers are often not the best option for caring for their health and prefer more natural solutions to treat injuries or illnesses. If you prefer a more natural alternative for shoulder pain treatment then you may consider visiting an osteopath, acupuncture therapist, or chiropractor.
The first port of call for many people suffering from any injury or illness is often their Doctor. If you visit your Doctor for shoulder pain he will do some tests to determine where the source of pain is but unfortunately he will also often prescribe NSAID’s and other prescription drugs where there could be a better alternative that could be prescribed by an osteopath, acupuncturist or other therapist including treatment and exercise advice.
