I can relate to a lot of what you wrote. I am sorry to have the company :)
I am not a doctor but I do think it is possible your other problems are contributing to your elevated sed rate. Is it pain that keeps you from sleeping? Have you seen a neuro about your hands and legs going to sleep?
My hands are sore all the time and after sitting for any length of time im stiff and takes me a minute to get going. The front of my legs and my hands go to sleep. Im unable to sleep most of the time. My lower back hurts all the time. I was told I had DDD in my back. Could my arm and lower back be the cause of a high sed rate of 54. Thank you for your help.
Your RF factor is considered within normal range as long as it is under 10 so that is a good sign. Your sed rate is definitely elevated but lots of things can influence that. What symptoms do you have besides the rotator cuff?