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How to manage pain after a shoulder injury due to snowboarding?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I felt doing snowboarding 2 days ago. My shoulder hurts more and more. My chiropractor gave me a prescription for an X-ray. I have my X-ray but nobody to read it before next week. Can someone read it for me and tell me if I need to go to emergency hospital or it can wait?

Answered by Dr. Ismail Mikdat Kabakus

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ismail Mikdat Kabakus is a highly skilled Radiologist with expertise in advanced imaging techniques for accurate diagnosis and patient care. He specializes in interpreting complex radiological studies, ensuring precise evaluations that aid in effective treatment planning. Dedicated to excellence, Dr. Kabakus combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to support patients and healthcare teams alike.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I am so sorry for what happened. I can certainly help you to read your X-ray. If you are able to move your arm, most probably it is not a complete fracture. Of course, there may be an incomplete fracture. Need to see the X-ray. Meanwhile, try to stabilize your left shoulder and arm.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

I have attached the file. Please help.

Answered by Dr. Ismail Mikdat Kabakus

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ismail Mikdat Kabakus is a highly skilled Radiologist with expertise in advanced imaging techniques for accurate diagnosis and patient care. He specializes in interpreting complex radiological studies, ensuring precise evaluations that aid in effective treatment planning. Dedicated to excellence, Dr. Kabakus combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to support patients and healthcare teams alike.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hi,

Welcome back to our portal.

I reviewed left shoulder X-ray images with different angles (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The image quality is very good. There is no evidence of a bone fracture. Mild left shoulder soft tissue edema. Suggestion: painkiller, rest the shoulder and arm. I am pretty sure we would see bone marrow edema on an MRI, but no need for that. Let me know if you have any other questions.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Divya Banu M
Published At March 9, 2020
Reviewed At March 10, 2026

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ismail Mikdat Kabakus is a highly skilled Radiologist with expertise in advanced imaging techniques for accurate diagnosis and patient care. He specializes in interpreting complex radiological studies, ensuring precise evaluations that aid in effective treatment planning. Dedicated to excellence, Dr. Kabakus combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to support patients and healthcare teams alike.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Divya Banu M is a dedicated Dental Surgeon with valuable clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of various diseases and conditions affecting the oral cavity. With a gentle and patient-centered approach, she is committed to promoting oral health and enhancing smiles through quality dental care. Her areas of expertise include restorative dentistry, preventive dental care, and cosmetic dental procedures.

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Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ismail Mikdat Kabakus is a highly skilled Radiologist with expertise in advanced imaging techniques for accurate diagnosis and patient care. He specializes in interpreting complex radiological studies, ensuring precise evaluations that aid in effective treatment planning. Dedicated to excellence, Dr. Kabakus combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to support patients and healthcare teams alike.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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