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For both neck and shoulder pain movement, exercises may help. For cases in which nerve roots or the spinal cord are involved, surgical procedures may be necessary. Your doctor can tell you which is the best course of treatment for you.
Treatment for Shoulder Pain. Treatment will depend on the cause and severity of the shoulder pain and may include: 1  physical therapy. 2  use of a sling or shoulder immobilizer. 3  nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs). 4  corticosteroids (powerful anti-inflammatory drugs that are injected into the shoulder). 5  surgery.