Click Wheel button stuck

I have a problem keeping my iPod charged. When I looked at the click wheel, it appears to be stuck with the reverse & pause/play buttons recessed. When I attempt to click on the Menu button, it responds as if I clicked on the scroll button. I'm in a quandry as to what I can do to fix it. The warranty has expired and I'm not willing to pay Apple to fix it when I can replace it for less. I would like to fix it myself if possible in lieu of replacing it. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Michele
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If you have not Restored it in iTunes, try it, but that is a long shot.
It probably needs service, if you are in warranty send it to Apple or take it to an Apple Store and make a Genius bar appointment. If not, you might try a 3rd party repair site, such as http://www.iresq.com or Google for more.

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