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[ramtops]

I have done Something to my right shoulder, and it hurts when I do *that* [omnes: "don't do it, then"]. If I stretch my arm sideways, I get a sharp pain, and I can hear all the little bones clicking - sorry, TMI probably. This makes working quite tricky, as that' exactly how I get to the Artpad, but heigh ho.

I suspect that it's tension related; we've had a very tough couple of weeks on a variety of levels, although I can see the light at the end of a tunnel, and I don't *think* it's the train. I was thinking of booking a session with .. what? Physio, chiropracter, osteopath? Not sure what's the best.

any recommendations?

Comments

[alexmc.livejournal.com]

MOVE the Artpad.

Seriously.

sort out your posture now!

[ramtops.livejournal.com]

it's not the Artpad - it's been there for years, and I'm well aware of the RSI aspect of such things. I'm careful with my office ergonomics.

[aeia.livejournal.com]

I'd say osteopath as they seem to cover much of what physio and chiro's do. I should really book to see one myself as I keep getting neck pain again.

[alexmc.livejournal.com]

Good - just making sure you were taking care.

[syllopsium.livejournal.com]

I have occasional problems with my shoulders here. What worked for me was a few sessions with a chiropracter and most importantly some physio work - particularly work with dumbbells for the shoulder, and a pilates ball for the spine etc. Going out and walking more also helps.

I dont do the exercises quite as much as I probably should do, but they help when things start to go off again.

[headgardener.livejournal.com]

Go to physio: they should advise you about ergonomics like positioning of Artpad, good exercise regime, etc to reduce strain and effects of tension

[abiw.livejournal.com]

Osteopath.
A few years ago I had a similar problem to the one you describe and my GP sent me to a physio which helped but didn't cure it - it was only when I saw another guy who was an osteopath that it was actually fixed.