I've been dealing with left shoulder pain for two years now, and it's really limiting my movements some motions cause intense pain. My BP is under control, but the MRI showed issues in my left shoulder. One doctor suggested rotator cuff repair surgery, but I'm unsure if that's the best option. What would you recommend for long-term relief, and what should I expect if I go through with the surgery?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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Chronic shoulder pain with MRI findings often benefits from rotator cuff repair‚Äîphysiotherapy first, then surgery if no relief; recovery takes weeks.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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