Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Pinched Nerve In Shoulder

I took a very severe fall onto my shoulder 9 months ago, and believe I impinged a nerve. That resulted in pain in my shoulder that eminated down my arm into my funny bone , and on into my wrist/hand. It seemed to very slowly heal, although never disappeared completely. The other day, it seemed to come back to where it was many months ago. Will an impingement ever heal completely?.....does hot or cold therapy help?....should I have an MRI?
posted on Fri, 24 Oct 2014
Twitter Fri, 10 Apr 2015 Answered on
Twitter Mon, 13 Apr 2015 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
Neurologist,  's  Response
Hello!
I read your question and understand your concern.
I think your problems are related to a nerve Entrapment which is related to the trauma. If I were your doctor I would recommend an Electroneurography to examine the nerves of this arm and the place of entrapment. If a severe compression is found a MRI must be done and it may need surgery. If a small compression, immobilization ist helpful. Hot or cold procedures are not very helpful. I would recommend Gabapentine for the pain management and acetaminophen.
Hope to have been helpful!
Best wishes. Dr. Abaz Quka
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Pinched Nerve In Shoulder

Hello! I read your question and understand your concern. I think your problems are related to a nerve Entrapment which is related to the trauma. If I were your doctor I would recommend an Electroneurography to examine the nerves of this arm and the place of entrapment. If a severe compression is found a MRI must be done and it may need surgery. If a small compression, immobilization ist helpful. Hot or cold procedures are not very helpful. I would recommend Gabapentine for the pain management and acetaminophen. Hope to have been helpful! Best wishes. Dr. Abaz Quka