I have had left shoulder pain ever since I had my lapband surgery. I have been struggling with the constantly aching pain for two years. After seeing a pain management Dr he is suggestiIng that I have a medical branch neurotomy. Basically burning the nerves that are sending the pain signals to my brain. I take Norco 3-4 times a day for the pain. I am sick of taking the pills so I am praying that this procedure will work. I am at my wits end with this pain. I didn't have it before I got the lap band. I am convinced it is related. I am on the fence about if it was worth it.