“What is the most effective treatment for shoulder nerve damage?”

The most effective treatment for shoulder nerve damage is to determine the cause. If it is due to cervical spine damage then treatment is directed at the spine. If there is rotator cuff damage the conservative treatment first then consider surgery. If arthritis is the cause use medication, physical therapy and possibly joint injections and lastly surgery. If muscle trauma caused the nerve impingement rest and ice then physical therapy. There are other less common causes, but again, the first step is to identify the cause of the shoulder nerve damage.

It depends on the origin and extent of the injury. It can vary from rest then progressive therapy to major surgery and rehabilitation. Discuss with your Neurologist and or Neurosurgeon these facts and what treatment options from conservative to aggressive are available.

Reduce pressure on nerve and physician may consider removing your first rib 

With Best Regards, Pravinkumar