Question 1

is left arm and shoulder blade discomfort lasting 20 min caused by emotional stress related to the heart? can walk or kayak for hours.

Accepted Answer

See below: It is probably originating from your neck go see an orthopedic spine surgeon as soon as possible. In the interim you can try some anti-inflammatories with food if not medically contraindicated as prescribed by the pharmacist. Tylenol (acetaminophen) for pain and alternate some ice and moist heat and seek medical attention as above. Good luck.

Question 2

left shoulder blade pains, does not worsen with brisk walk, normal echo, ecg is within normal limits, pressing a spot in chest can trigger the pain.

Accepted Answer

Pain: Sounds like you have a musculoskeletal pain and don't need to worry about your heart

Question 3

12 yr old daughter with joint pain, mainly in wrist, ankle, hip, and shoulder blade. worst in the mornings. painful to do simple tasks like walk/sit.

Accepted Answer

Poss. arthritis: Please take your daughter to her pediatrician and have her tested with arthritis blood panel and poss.X-rays if necessary.

Question 4

on 2 mile walk, left thumb felt tingly, then index finger.no pain or sob. intermittent left shoulder blade pain for 10 mos.ideas?heart?muscle?nerve?

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Risk factors: Depends upon your risk factors.  Could be musculoskeletal or cardiac.  Detailed history is needed.  A routine treadmill stress test could be warranted.

Question 5

what causes ahcy pain between the shoulder blades?

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Achy pain: Achy pain between the shoulders blades could be stress causing your muscles to go into spasms or a pinched nerve to name a few. You should have this evaluated by your pcp.

Question 6

what would cause pain between the shoulder blades mainly at night?

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Vague: Could be a number of causes but impossible to answer without history, duration, severity, other symptoms, sleeping position, pain during day and night, etc.   Need an exam.

Question 7

what are some recommended exercises to help with back pain between the shoulder blades?

Accepted Answer

Neck exercises: Most commonly pain between shoulder blades is as a result of cervical degeneration and loss of normal alignment. So exercise needs to include building up neck muscles and squeezing shoulder blades squeezing together and holding together for three seconds.

Question 8

i m 32 yrs of age.well my problem is that i m suffering from pricking pain between the shoulder blades with fullness in chest and pain and belching.?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Your symptoms certainly sound like "heart burn" or gerd (gastroesophogeal reflux disease), but depending on weight, family history, other med problems, etc, you can never be too sure it is not cardiac as well.  Certainly try to avoid trigger foods for gerd (acidy, spicey, fatty foods, etc) and increase fiber and fruits.  To assure it is not your heart however, see a doctor.(meds may be needed too).

Question 9

i have upper back pain between the shoulder blades. seems to be more on the right. what should i do to relieve the pain?

Accepted Answer

Start some pain meds: Lie aleve (naproxen) or Ibuprofen (if no allergies or side effects with their use). Using a heat pad would be helpful. Some like to use ice rather heat; even alternating ice with heat is helpful.
If no improvements then certainly see your pcp to be evaluated ; investigated.
Good luck.

Question 10

for about a year i get back pain between the shoulder blades. when i look down it feels like a strong stretch. the pain goes away after swimming.

Accepted Answer

Muscle but neurologi: This sounds muscular but  your physicians will evaluate you for a possible  neurologic cause.  It sounds  like exercise  helps nd this is a good sign.

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Left shoulder blade pains, does not worsen with brisk walk, normal echo, ecg is within normal limits, pressing a spot in chest can trigger the pain.

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12 yr old daughter with joint pain, mainly in wrist, ankle, hip, and shoulder blade. worst in the mornings. painful to do simple tasks like walk/sit.

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On 2 mile walk, left thumb felt tingly, then index finger.no pain or sob. intermittent left shoulder blade pain for 10 mos.ideas?heart?muscle?nerve?

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What causes ahcy pain between the shoulder blades?

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What would cause pain between the shoulder blades mainly at night?

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What are some recommended exercises to help with back pain between the shoulder blades?

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I m 32 yrs of age.well my problem is that i m suffering from pricking pain between the shoulder blades with fullness in chest and pain and belching.?

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I have upper back pain between the shoulder blades. seems to be more on the right. what should i do to relieve the pain?

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For about a year i get back pain between the shoulder blades. when i look down it feels like a strong stretch. the pain goes away after swimming.

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