Many people suffer from shoulder pain, which is caused by a variety of factors, such as injury, overuse, arthritis, bursitis, rotator cuff tears, frozen shoulders, and referred pain from other areas of the body. As a result of shoulder pain, your range of motion can be limited, your daily activities can be affected, and your quality of life can be reduced.
The treatment for shoulder pain may have included medications, injections, physical therapy, and surgery. These treatments, however, may not always be effective, affordable, or accessible. You may also face challenges such as long waiting times, high deductibles, co-pays, or hidden fees.
As an alternative, you may wish to consider Direct Primary Care. A Direct Primary Care model of health care allows you to work closely with your primary care physician without interference from insurance companies or third-parties. You pay a flat monthly fee for unlimited access to your doctor, who can provide comprehensive and personalized care, including diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and education, for a flat monthly fee.
DPC can offer you many benefits if you have shoulder pain, such as:
The doctor can listen to your concerns, examine your shoulder, and address the root cause of your pain more frequently and for longer periods of time. In addition to phone, text, email, and video chat, you can also contact your doctor anytime and receive prompt responses.
Instead of paying for each service or visit, you can pay a flat monthly fee for all your primary care needs. There are also discounts on laboratory tests, imaging, medications, and referrals to specialists or other providers, so you won't have to deal with insurance claims, co-pays, deductibles, or surprise bills.
The doctor can tailor your treatment to meet your specific needs and preferences, so you'll get better results. Additionally, you can get more preventive care, like screenings, vaccinations, and lifestyle counseling, to reduce the risk of complications. As your doctor coordinates your care with other providers and monitors your progress, you can also receive more continuity of care.
If you join a DPC practice, your doctor can help you manage your shoulder pain in a personalized way, such as:
A doctor can diagnose your shoulder pain by taking your medical history, performing a physical exam, ordering lab tests or imaging, or referring you to a specialist if necessary.
In order to relieve your shoulder pain and inflammation, your doctor can prescribe you medications, such as anti-inflammatory drugs, muscle relaxants, or painkillers. In addition, your doctor can inject corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid to reduce pain and improve joint function. In addition to strengthening your muscles, improving your mobility, and preventing stiffness, your doctor may recommend physical therapy, exercises, or massage. In severe cases or if other treatments do not work, your doctor can recommend surgery, such as arthroscopy, joint replacement, or repair.
By educating you about how to protect your shoulder, avoid activities that may aggravate your shoulder pain, modify your posture, ergonomics, or habits, your doctor can help you prevent your shoulder pain from recurring or worsening. As well as managing your weight, diet, stress, sleep, and other factors that may affect your shoulder health, your doctor can help you manage these factors as well.
As you can see, DPC can be a great option for you if you have shoulder pain. You can enjoy more access, affordability, and quality of care, and improve your shoulder function and well-being.
The DPC approach to medicine demonstrates love and respect for both patients and doctors, and fosters a trusting and lasting relationship. The DPC Mapper website allows you to locate a DPC practice near you. Please feel free to contact us if you would like more information or to schedule a consultation. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you with your shoulder pain.
As the famous quote by Hippocrates says, “Wherever the art of medicine is loved, there is also a love of humanity.”
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