Methylprednisone did not work

Hi Curious74432, what is the diagnosis for your shoulder problem? Have you seen a specialist or had an MRI of the shoulder? Sorry for the questions, just trying to get a better picture. Steroids are often prescribed to tamp down the inflammation that causes pain. They can be a hit or a miss, sorry to read that it didn't help. Sounds like you need to be investigated further.

Keep us posted.

Curious, are you seeing a regular orthopedic, if so I suggest that you seek a 2nd opinion with an orthopedic that specializes in shoulders only. It never hurts to get another opinion.

I had to have acromioplasty on both shoulders, following injuries and diagnosis of impingement syndrome. They tried arthroscopic first, but eventually had to go back in on each and do the open decompressions.

I don't know if it would help pre-op but...my P.T. told me to take a hand towel sized towel, fold it in thirds lengthwise, then roll it up and tape it. Place it in the armpit to hold the shoulder in optimal resting position. Support the lower part of the arm with a pillow while sitting, or place it in a pocket if standing (in place of a sling).

Might be worth a try to see if it gives you any relief pre-op.