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What Causes Pain Between Shoulder Blades?

i have been having pain between my shoulder blades since friday mornibg when i got out of bed, i have not been doion any excercises , however the pain is radiating down both arms into my two outer fingers , movement of my arm do not hurt , it hurts to cough
Wed, 18 May 2016
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

As per your query you have pain in upper right of the back which is going worse . Well there can be many reason for symptoms you mention in query like muscle spasm of back . pain due to trigger points of trapezius muscle , cerviral spondolysis , shoulder joint problem , lung infection , cardiac problem or lymphadenopathy in armpits .

I would suggest you to take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and swelling , do light stretching exercises of upper back and shoulder , apply warm compresses on affected area or start physical therapy of back . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper diagnosis .

Doctor may order X-ray or CT scan . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with supplements . Doctor may also refer you to chest specialist or cardiologist . Doctor may also recommend stretching exercises like pocket stretch for trapezius muscle .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Pain Between Shoulder Blades?

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. As per your query you have pain in upper right of the back which is going worse . Well there can be many reason for symptoms you mention in query like muscle spasm of back . pain due to trigger points of trapezius muscle , cerviral spondolysis , shoulder joint problem , lung infection , cardiac problem or lymphadenopathy in armpits . I would suggest you to take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and swelling , do light stretching exercises of upper back and shoulder , apply warm compresses on affected area or start physical therapy of back . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper diagnosis . Doctor may order X-ray or CT scan . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with supplements . Doctor may also refer you to chest specialist or cardiologist . Doctor may also recommend stretching exercises like pocket stretch for trapezius muscle . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari