Sigh...what I was afraid of...the MRI didn't show anything so they did a cortisone shot (OMG...I am in AGONY)...and I follow up in 2.5 weeks with their "shoulder specialist" to see where we go from here. More waiting...no answers...and now worse pain (though hopefully that will subside and lead to some relief in my shoulder pain). I actually completely lost it and cried after he gave me the shot in my shoulder. It hurts so bad and I couldn't help it. I NEVER cry...even when the pain is a 10...the most I usually have are a few tears at the corners of my eyes...but this was an all out tears streaming down my face, nose running sort of cry. I'm sure a combination of the pain and the frustration of the entire situation. I know there's nothing to do but pick myself back up and keep going...but I'm just so drained...

Thank you everyone for your kind words. I will check out the infared heating pad BioBased...I don't remember seeing that suggestion before so I will look into it. I need something to help...I've been using a heated blanket which helps...but not quite the same as that encompassing warmth that I get from the baths.

Take care everyone...hopefully my next update is a more positive one.