will a sling help with shoulder pain

It all depends on what your findings are. If by physio you’re speaking of Physical Therapy I’d wait until they evaluate you before you spend money on a shoulder sling.

Left shoulder was fractured five years ago, Dr. would not operate due to age! So I am left with a bad shoulder which I cannot raise and constant pain. I am left-handed! So I just have to live with it and try to use the R shoulder more which is difficult at times.

Get another opinion from another orthopedic surgeon what do they say is wrong

You can try it, however I wouldn't use it for long term. For short periods, 15-30 minutes a few times a day. You don't want it to be in the sling all day long. Try epsom salt baths, getting a massage. try Real Time cream- that helps me. Have you seen a PT yet? Stretching helps and doing exercises specifically for your shoulder. A chiropractor might help as well or massage therapist, dry needling and relexology type massage might help.

@loretta1612 Just curious, how old are you? Wondering if that is ageism or if it is justified? That sounds like a terrible situation for you. You have my warmest wishes for some kind of help to come your way.

I am 97 I am doing fairly well and have a daughter who is a great support. I do my own housework so I am not
handicapped. I don't mean to complain as I am blessed in many ways.