The shoulder is the most flexible joint in the human body, an intricate network of bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles working in perfect harmony to give your arm a full range of motion. Because it is so complex and highly mobile, it is incredibly vulnerable to wear and tear, acute injuries, and chronic inflammation.
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You should schedule an evaluation if your shoulder pain persists for more than a few weeks, awakens you from sleep, or prevents you from performing standard daily activities like dressing or driving. Additionally, if you experience immediate weakness in your arm, an inability to raise your arm, or visible joint deformity, you need prompt medical attention to prevent permanent joint damage.
Many of our interventional treatments, such as Epidural Steroid Injections and Radio-frequency Ablation (RFA), are widely covered by major commercial insurance plans and Medicare. Regenerative and wellness therapies may have different coverage options, which our billing team will review with you transparently before any treatment begins.
In many cases, no! You can contact our office directly to schedule an initial consultation. However, some insurance plans do require a primary care referral, so we recommend checking your specific policy or calling our friendly front desk team for guidance.
Yes, a significant percentage of patients who present with shoulder blade or outer shoulder pain are actually suffering from a pinched nerve in the cervical spine. This condition, known as cervical radiculopathy, requires a comprehensive physical exam and imaging to ensure we treat the neck rather than performing unnecessary procedures on the healthy shoulder joint itself.
Radio-frequency ablation is a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure that requires no surgical incisions and virtually no downtime. Most patients experience mild soreness at the injection site for a few days but can return to their normal daily routines within twenty-four to forty-eight hours following the treatment.
The vast majority of our patients successfully find long-term pain relief and restore their range of motion through our advanced interventional treatments without ever needing to step foot in an operating room. Surgery is generally considered a last resort, reserved only for severe structural tears or cases that have completely failed to respond to modern, minimally invasive pain management therapies.
Describe your pain clearly and in as much detail as possible. Most doctors and nurses ask you to describe your level of pain on a scale.
