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On and off getting shoulder pain
I am attaching my X rays
From last 10 months on and off
I am having shoulder pain , mostly on left side , if that resolves then I get in right side and sometimes no pain at all ...
But pain comes back again after some days
....
Dr advised me to take xray
Dr said
It's a straight neck and muscles are stiff
Prescribed some muscle relaxant
And I am able move my hands completely no restriction in movement only thing is pain from shoulder to elbow
So
What kind of physiotherapy I can do
Best sleeping position
How to make the neck spine normal
What caused this
My height 163 cm
Weight 87
No bp , no sugar
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The curvature at your cervical spine has become straight...this happens because of
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Reading your history and checking on X-ray.. I will advise you to get done proper examination. We can do online consultation after asking couple of questions to start with. Sometimes physical health sounds all normal but the problem lies in some deep emotional health that shows up as pain in body as in your case.
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Let’s talk and I m sure I would b able to help you get rid of this pain. We will work on your neural system. And yes it can be treated online if this is what I m thinking !
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Don’t take pain killers because no amount of medicines can cure emotional health! We can train your neural system to feel safe in body.
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Excercise and modalities
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I will advise cupping or needling by a physiotherapist Using a hot pack for it will help to reduce pain , stretching and neck exercise will help
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connect for detail exercise
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After reviewing your X-rays and medical history, I have determined that your symptoms are related to both your cervical spine (neck) and shoulder. The pain you are experiencing and the possible radiation down to your shoulder and elbow is likely caused by a pinched nerve between your cervical vertebrae.
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As an initial measure, I recommend the following home care advice to help reduce your pain:
Heat Therapy: Apply a hot water bag or heating pad to the affected area.
Postural Awareness: Try to avoid sitting or maintaining the same posture for prolonged periods.
Gentle Movement: Perform gentle exercises and movements for your neck, shoulder, and elbow.
If possible, I strongly recommend pursuing physiotherapy treatment. I personally prefer a structured approach with day-by-day improved treatment plans and protocols to ensure the best outcome. You are welcome to consult with me online, or you can visit a nearby clinic for further evaluation and management of this issue.
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Bedtime tips:
For better support and pain relief while you sleep, roll a towel and place it beneath your neck. This will provide excellent support to your cervical spine."
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Consult me online so i can guide you with the corrective measures
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Strengthening and postural correction exercises
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Visit nearby physiotherapist and take traction for cervical for 5 days with ultrasound therapy for a week then you can start the exercises
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We need to take an assessment then only we can tell exact reason and treatment. (Because the shoulder pain will come with different reason )
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consult a PHYSIOTHERAPIST
contact if need
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home care also available
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This is personal preference case mam
Because we need details about your condition either it's radicoulopathy
or neck and shoulder condition
Use hot pack in pain area
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do visit nearby physiotherapy clinic
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avoid Prolong screen time
walk
shoulder straching exercise
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It can be due to rotator cuff injury in shoulder joint....the muscles which hold the shoulder joint.
It can be due to repeated activity of shoulder which makes the muscles stiff day by day.
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You can do pendulum exercises, shoulder active range of motion,towel stretch,shoulder abduction, shoulder adduction,finger ladder exercise,shoulder pulley exercise but it will be better if u consult online once...to know in details
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Neck strenghtening isometric exercises can be done for normal neck and do icing over shoulder joint where you are feeling pain...and don't give more stress over hand...try to rest
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After seeing your X-rays and description of problem, my provisional opinion would be :
1. It can be because of cervical radiculopathy ,most probably C5
2. Flattening of curvature is a temporary thing , which can be corrected after detailed examination
3. We need to rule out Shoulder impingement/Rotator Cuff tendinopathy as well.
I will advice you to come for an assessment for correct diagnosis before designing treatment plan
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Since you are having radiating pain from shoulder to elbow it’s best if you visit a physiotherapist who can assess you thoroughly and guide you with the exercises.
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Avoid lifting heavy weights or just heavy bag or utensils
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Dr. Devanshi Vira (PT)
Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
5 yrs exp
Mumbai
it could be a radiating pain due to nerve compression . you could book an online session
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Dr. Steephan John (PT)
Physiotherapist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
kindly start your strengthening exercises and also stretching for maintaining
your muscle balance
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for more details kindly contact the radiant clinic CMH road Indiranagar
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Dr. Amruta Ekbote (PT)
Physiotherapist
8 yrs exp
Pune
Hello
The pain might be because of postural malalignment due to stiff muscles. The tight muscles are putting pressure on your joints resulting in the pain. Taking muscle relaxants can give you temporary relief but what you actually need is proper physiotherapy.
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Visit an ortho physiotherapist for a proper consultation. You can also contact me for a tele consultation since you live in Bangalore
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You have to focus on postural correction, strengthening of the weak muscles and stretching of the tight muscles
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Dr. Onkar Chhabra (PT)
Physiotherapist
2 yrs exp
Mumbai
From your X-ray, it appears that the natural curve of your neck (cervical lordosis) has straightened â this is referred to as a âstraight neckâ or loss of cervical lordosis.
Do you experience any muscle tightness, tingling, or numbness in your arms or hands?
If yes, it could be related to nerve irritation originating from the cervical spine.
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Begin physiotherapy focusing on posture correction, cervical strengthening, and stretching exercises. Use heat therapy to relax tight neck and shoulder muscles. Maintain ergonomic posture while working or using mobile devices. Avoid sleeping on your stomach; prefer back or side sleeping with a supportive pillow. If tingling or numbness persists, your doctor may suggest an MRI of the cervical spine to check for nerve compression.
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Avoid sudden neck movements or self-neck cracking. Maintain good posture and take regular breaks from screens. Use a medium pillow while sleeping. If pain radiates or you feel tingling or numbness in the arm, seek professional advice promptly.
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Dr. Rudraksh Sharma (PT)
Physiotherapist
1 yrs exp
Jaipur
Do hot water fermentation and use cervical pillow
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Dr. Avijit Das (PT)
Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
4 yrs exp
Kolkata
Hi This is absolutely postural issues. So please take care of your correct posture regular posture. That means if you work in front of laptop for a long time then to take proper chair and tables, don’t sit on a bed and on the floor ..
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Please take an online consultation for best diagnosis and treatment.
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Stretching and strengthening exercise under supervision of a qualified physio. Thank you.
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Dr. Saswati Nanda (PT)
Physiotherapist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
Hey there!
Please consult me online so that I can guide you how to correct straight neck.
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Postural correction
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Ms. Shefali Gandotra (PT)
Physiotherapist
20 yrs exp
Jammu
Please consult online for proper treatment plan.
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Posture correction advised
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Neck, shoulder, strengthening, and stretching advised
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Dr. Hemanth Kumar (PT)
Physiotherapist
16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please visit our clinic need to do physical assessment. As per ur history looks like a muscles issue some time supraspinatus tendinitis have similar symptoms shoulder pain radiates till elbow. MRI scan is best option to figure it out .
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Physiotherapy treatment ift , ultrasound and laser mobility exercises of shoulder and stretchings helps a lot but need to do physical assessment
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Home remedies hot pack
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Dr. Afsa Rafiq (PT)
Physiotherapist
4 yrs exp
Srinagar
Kindly consult online for better treatment and diagnosis it can be rotator cuff injury do some shoulder exercise pendulum exercise shoulder isometric exercise shoulder roll shoulder assisted flexion with stick and resistance band exercise of shoulder in later stage
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Avoid heavy lifting
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Posture
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