Question 1

can a pinched nerve in lower back cause numbness on left side of body from mid shoulder blade to toes?

Accepted Answer

Nope: The lesion would have to be higher up to involve the shoulder blade.

Question 2

i have been having issue with both hands and fingers going numb. i have a spot near my shoulder blades on my left side thats been bothering me. but last two days my hands have been having charlie horses to were the cramp up till it goes away i cant move

Accepted Answer

May need especialist: It is not normal to feel numbness out of nowhere, because it tells that some of the nerves that travel across your arm, are being pushed by other structures causing this symptoms, so you make Chek a traumatologist.

Question 3

numbness between shoulder blades pain, tightness , tingling in left are with a slight pain in chest?

Accepted Answer

Numbness: You should seek medical assistance.  You need to be evaluated to see if this is cardiac, pinched nerves, muscular, or pulmonary.

Question 4

i awoke with numbness in my left cheek had a slight twitch in my chin for a few days. can a pinched nerve in neck and between shoulder blades cause it?

Accepted Answer

Cheek numbness: Its is possible but since we have no information about you, not even your age let alone any medical history, no relevant response can be offered. If symptom persists, please see your doctor.

Question 5

i have of and on numbness  my second toe on my left foot and a burning numbness in my right shoulder. what's wrong?

Accepted Answer

May have : Pinched nerve like a neuroma, check shoes make sure the size is correct.

Question 6

yesterdaymy sister's left arm was aching and her left hand went numb and cold. she also had pain under both shoulder blades. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Cervical spine: She should check to see if she has a pinched nerve in the neck.

Question 7

my son is experiencing numbness between the shoulder blades.  its odd and came on rather suddenly.  he is an athlete, runs 5-6 miles per day,?

Accepted Answer

Nerve compression: most likely secomdary to muscle contraction, spasm or ovrruse. Should be seen and examined.

Question 8

i have numbness in lower back and sometimes whole spine in bed like im lying on something. it also hurts there for the first 5-10 seconds to lie down unless i flex my shoulder blades and hold breath in and ease into it. whats going on?

Accepted Answer

Dr exam: Numbness like this should be evaluated with a thorough history &amp; physical exam to be sure no neurological problem going on.  If the evaluation is normal, a good physical therapist can probably help you.

Question 9

numbness/tingling sensation between shoulder blades?

Accepted Answer

When?: Odd sensations that go down the back when you bend your neck forward or backwards indicates irritation of the spinal cord in the neck, and you would want that checked out. It is called lhermitte's phenomenon. If the sensation is there all the time, and doesn't change with your neck position, it is usually something less significant.

Question 10

are there medical conditions that cause numbness and tingling in the upper back between shoulder blades?

Accepted Answer

Numb: We worry about "thoracic outlet syndrome" but the person to best help is an orthopedic doctor. You might need an EMG by a neurologist as well. Start with the orthopedic doctor first. If you are displease with their plans, seek a neurologist.

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Numbness in between shoulder blades and left two outer toes

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Can a pinched nerve in lower back cause numbness on left side of body from mid shoulder blade to toes?

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I have been having issue with both hands and fingers going numb. i have a spot near my shoulder blades on my left side thats been bothering me. but last two days my hands have been having charlie horses to were the cramp up till it goes away i cant move

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Numbness between shoulder blades pain, tightness , tingling in left are with a slight pain in chest?

A member asked:

I awoke with numbness in my left cheek had a slight twitch in my chin for a few days. can a pinched nerve in neck and between shoulder blades cause it?

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I have of and on numbness my second toe on my left foot and a burning numbness in my right shoulder. what's wrong?

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Yesterdaymy sister's left arm was aching and her left hand went numb and cold. she also had pain under both shoulder blades. what could it be?

A member asked:

My son is experiencing numbness between the shoulder blades. its odd and came on rather suddenly. he is an athlete, runs 5-6 miles per day,?

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I have numbness in lower back and sometimes whole spine in bed like im lying on something. it also hurts there for the first 5-10 seconds to lie down unless i flex my shoulder blades and hold breath in and ease into it. whats going on?

A member asked:

Numbness/tingling sensation between shoulder blades?

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Are there medical conditions that cause numbness and tingling in the upper back between shoulder blades?

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