Hi Dr. Corenman,
Thank you for the quick and thorough response. I have asked my doctor to send me over a copy of my latest MRI report as we only reviewed the findings during my visit. It was a different facility however compared to my pre-op MRI since my insurance had changed. My pre op MRI reports made no mention of my suprascapular nerve as the main focus were the mechanical aspects of my shoulder joint.
Sorry I didn’t mention it but you are correct, the pain is on my left side. The pain is not affected by the position of the neck. I tried the test you recommended by extending my neck. Also, the pain is not affected much by raising my shoulder above my head. The dull deep pain remains within my entire range of motion, however there is specific angles above my head where there is definite weakness (shoulder/arm will shake when trying to hold in certain positions).
I have had several cortisone injections within my shoulder with no relief-in most cases worsening of symptoms.
Would it be ok to send the files from my MRI CD?
Thank you
John