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What Causes Severe Pain Under Left Scapula?
Question: Hi I have severe pain under my left scapula I have tried massage that has had no effect it can make my left arm ache and it is so painful at times I could pass out.. i seemed to be living on pain killers which only miledly help can you help or suggest what the cause is thank you XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Cause could be pinched nerve.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
From history it seems that you might be having some pinched nerve pressure pain due to some degenerative changes.
Go for x ray cervical region for spondilitis changes.To exactly diagnose this problem, you need a MRI scan.
Go for physiotherapy, short way diathermy.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Cause could be pinched nerve.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
From history it seems that you might be having some pinched nerve pressure pain due to some degenerative changes.
Go for x ray cervical region for spondilitis changes.To exactly diagnose this problem, you need a MRI scan.
Go for physiotherapy, short way diathermy.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
Answered by
Dr. Saurabh Gupta
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement
Practicing since :2004
Answered : 5930 Questions
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