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What type of doctor do I need?
After dealing with the pain for oh, about a year, I finally have decided that I need to get my shoulder looked at. I have tingling/numbness in my right shoulder blade. If DH pushes on it with all his man strength, I feel relief. I don't think a normal human being would want their spouse to basically abuse/manipulate their shoulder blade the way that I do but it feels so good. Clearly, not a good sign. I believe there's a nerve issue there and I went to a neurologist a few years ago who did some basic "can you feel this?" touches exercises with a pin and hammer reflex thingy. He recommended chiro care which was great, but I think in the long run, it's something more. Plus, I'm not droping a copay 4 times a week to go to the chiro (because that's the regiment he had me on).
So...anyone out there with medical knowledge, advise me where you think I should start. Neurologist or Orthopedist? Bonus for recs in the Perry Hall area or at Mercy, UMD or Hopkins (downtown).
Re: What type of doctor do I need?
sounds like you have some cervical impingement going on I would start at an ortho get worked up with MRI , x ray etc then they will most likely talk PT for a bit . Then move on to neurology if they cannot find an orthopedic cause .
You may be exacerbating it at work with repetitive movements - most likely stemming from your neck.I
IE how you sit at your desk , hold your phone etc . Make sure once every few hours to stretch , use a headset phone , and make sure your workspace is ergonomic - ie feet on floor , adjustable chair
Good luck , I only have AA cty recs
. I would feel pretty confident with any JHH ortho
Duh! I should have asked you from the beginning! Thanks!