Question 1

22, healthy and active.
chest pain on the left side of my ribs, shoulder pain and left arm pain.
the pain has been intermittent for around a week. 
sometimes experience spasms when trying to sleep/waking up. 
possible nerve/muscle injury but unsure?

Accepted Answer

: muscle or nerve high on the list

Question 2

beilateral shoulder pain?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Bilateral shoulder pain can be from many sources: tendonitis, instability, rheumatoid arthritis, frozen shoulder, referred pain from the cervical spine, etc. Less likely, it could be from a nonorthopedic condtion. If the pain is significant, then it's time to your see doc and move forward with some diagnostic and treatment options.

Question 3

what can cause shoulder pain?

Accepted Answer

Many Things: You can learn more at http://www.Theshouldercenter.Com/shoulder-pain.Htm
shoulder pain can have multiple causes including pain that actually originates elsewhere and is called referred pain.

Question 4

what does shoulder pain mean?

Accepted Answer

Many things : Mostly that you are strained or injured the soft tissues of the shoulder joint.

Question 5

what do i do about shoulder pain?

Accepted Answer

Shoulder pain: Find out the cause by seeing a Dr. Then use recommended treatment.

Question 6

horrible shoulder pain, what to do?

Accepted Answer

X ray: To exclude hypertrophy of the ac joint causing impingement of the rotator cuff. Then decide on cortisone, therapy or mri.

Question 7

how can i relieve my shoulder pain?

Accepted Answer

Depends on cause: Depends on cause. Get it checked once the cause is determined, the treatment can be recommended.

Question 8

how should i treat my shoulder pain?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDS, ice, heat...: Pain, stiffness, and inflammation can be relieved  with over-the-counter medications like advil or aleve (naproxen). Follow directions on label. Ice for about 45 minutes will address inflammation and swelling, never apply ice to the skin, always over a towel or clothing. Follow this by heat for about 20 to 25 minutes to help soothe and relax tight muscles. Gentle range of motion and stretching exercises.

Question 9

shoulder pain  from mild to severe ?

Accepted Answer

Tendonitis,Bursitis: Tendonitis, 
bursitis
rotator cuff tear
arthritis
frozen shoulder
injury to the shoulder.
 Are the most common problem effect the shoulder joint itself.
Other reasons for shoulder pain is refer pain from some place else, heart gallbladder and neck problem.

Question 10

what can cause severe shoulder pain?

Accepted Answer

Many causes possible: Ultimately a formal history and exam by an orthopedic surgeon is probably the best option for correct diagnosis. Many things can cause severe shoulder pain such as rotator cuff tears, bursitis/tendinitis, labral tears, shoulder instability, frozen shoulder, fractures, arthritis, contusions/direct trauma, cervical spine and nerve impingement in the shoulder as well.

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22, healthy and active. chest pain on the left side of my ribs, shoulder pain and left arm pain. the pain has been intermittent for around a week. sometimes experience spasms when trying to sleep/waking up. possible nerve/muscle injury but unsure?

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