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Pain In Upper Back, Chest And Shoulder Blade. Advise?
hello doctor Ive been unemployed 6 months and during that time I have used my computer a lot usually in a bad posture for my neck and back..the last 2 weeks im having pain in my upper back and chest usually on one shoulder blade (the right) when I go to sleep (I sleep with chest in bed and back up) i feel pain and cannot sleep properly, also in the day its uncomfortable i dont know what to do! sorry my english but Im spanish.
Mon, 10 Jun 2013
Hi, This is repitative strain injury. Meet physiotherapist which is very important. and analgesics may be needed. Get some exercises while working, taking small breaks. try to change the chair you are using while working in the computar, chair with good back support is good.
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