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Suggest Treatment For Muscle Spasm On Shoulder Blade

I have a twitch in my right should blade area. it does not last long 5-10 min but it happens 12 to 15 times a day. it can cause my whole arm to slightly jerk. it is not painful just more annoying. I do have high blood pressure and this does concern me with the twitching.
Mon, 8 Jun 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hi,
It seems that you have muscle twitches or fasciculations. These are small, local, involuntary muscle contraction and relaxation visible under the skin arising from the spontaneous discharge of a bundle of skeletal muscle fibers.
You might consult your doctor who can order
1. a few blood tests including thyroid function tests,
2. Serum electrolytes including Serum calcium and potassium levels.
3. Serum B12 levels

In case the above tests are normal further testing can be done including - nerveconduction studies, Electromyography, etc. These tests might help to diagnose any underlying neurological issues.
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Suggest Treatment For Muscle Spasm On Shoulder Blade

Hi, It seems that you have muscle twitches or fasciculations. These are small, local, involuntary muscle contraction and relaxation visible under the skin arising from the spontaneous discharge of a bundle of skeletal muscle fibers. You might consult your doctor who can order 1. a few blood tests including thyroid function tests, 2. Serum electrolytes including Serum calcium and potassium levels. 3. Serum B12 levels In case the above tests are normal further testing can be done including - nerveconduction studies, Electromyography, etc. These tests might help to diagnose any underlying neurological issues.