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How To Treat A Pulled Muscle In The Back?

I have a very severe rotator cuff issue. Reverse shoulder replacement seems to be my only option. Apparently I am too young right now. Today I picked up my cat and felt a snap below my shoulder blade in the back way over on the left just below my armpit but not in the armpit itself. Now I m in quite a bit off pain. Did I just pull a muscle?
Mon, 26 Feb 2018
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.
If MRI shows rotator cuff tear then arthroscopic shaving and repair will help. this can be day care surgery.

Medication like tendocare and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.
You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.
Strengthening exercises after surgery will help in early recovery.
You may need to take rest for early healing.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care
Regards
Dr Vaibhav
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How To Treat A Pulled Muscle In The Back?

Hello, I have studied your case. If MRI shows rotator cuff tear then arthroscopic shaving and repair will help. this can be day care surgery. Medication like tendocare and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor. You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case. Strengthening exercises after surgery will help in early recovery. You may need to take rest for early healing. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care Regards Dr Vaibhav