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Cervical spine and shoulder pain.

R J Hawkins1, T Bilco, P Bonutti

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|September 1, 1990
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This study on combined neck and shoulder pain found that most patients experienced good pain relief after surgery. Careful evaluation is crucial for diagnosing and treating this complex pain syndrome.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Neurosurgery
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • Combined neck and shoulder pain presents a diagnostic challenge.
  • Patients undergoing both shoulder and cervical spine surgery represent a complex cohort.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the outcomes of surgical interventions for patients with concurrent neck and shoulder pain.
  • To highlight diagnostic considerations for differentiating pain sources in this patient group.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 26 surgical procedures in 13 patients.
  • Procedures included subacromial decompression, rotator cuff repair, and anterior cervical spine fusion.
  • Evaluation of pain presentation and post-operative relief.

Main Results:

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  • Good pain relief was achieved in 24 out of 26 procedures (92.3%).
  • Average follow-up was 4.3 years.
  • Five patients initially presenting with predominant neck pain experienced increased shoulder pain post-anterior cervical fusion.

Conclusions:

  • A systematic diagnostic approach is essential for patients with combined neck-shoulder pain.
  • Surgical treatment can be effective, but careful pre-operative assessment is vital.
  • Understanding the interplay between cervical and shoulder pathology is key for successful management.