You have been evaluated in the Olive View UCLA Emergency Department today for shoulder pain. Your evaluation, including physical exam and x-rays, were unremarkable// reveal a shoulder dislocation. We have reduced your shoulder, please use the sling for comfort.
You can alternate Tylenol and Motrin every 4-6 hours to help control your pain. Take vicodin as needed for severe pain. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery when taking vicodin.
Please follow up with your primary care physician within two days.If you do not have a primary doctor, you can call your insurance company to find one. If you do not have insurance, you can look for one on this of local clinics or go to the finance/registration department for more assistance.
Please follow up with your primary care physician as needed. If you do not have a primary doctor, you can call your insurance company to find one. If you do not have insurance, you can look for one on this paper list or go to the finance/registration department for more assistance.
Return to the Emergency Department if you experience worsening pain, numbness/tingling, change of color in your arm, or any other concerning symptoms.
Thank you for choosing Olive View-UCLA for your care.
