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Originally Posted by EE03
If it were me, I'd go back to a good orthopedic doctor and discuss it with them and see if seeing a neuro surgeon might be the way to go or look for an orthopedic doctor who specializes in shoulders.
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On orthopedic drs and shoulders, I've now seen three. All three have pretty much stated that I didn't have a significant shoulder situation. Two of the three diagnosed me with a mild case of scapular winging which is interesting since this could be linked to damage to the long thoracic nerve and the de-activation of the serratus anterior muscle. I just visited the shoulder specialist at Beth Israel and he flat out said he doesn't think I need shoulder surgery and that the symptoms are too nervy.
I've been to the neurosurgeon several times. They can't find anything wrong. Hinted at TOS, but didn't think I have it.
So I think I need to see some other people. I've yet to see a neurologist and my this seems like a no-brainer.
I'm now up to 1800mg per day on neurontin. It takes the edge off, but it doesn't completely eliminate my pain nor my fear. It does allow me to continue to do certain activities at the gym, which is good for my emotional well being, but not sure if this is the right thing to do depending on what's really going on. Have yet to get back to work on this. Could be iffy. After each dose, the first couple hours are very fuzzy.
Ugh.
Thanks.
KY