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Can a 3 mm cervical disk herniation cause pain in the shoulder blade?
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No: No it cannot.. There is generally not a clinically significant herniation.
Answered 9/1/2020
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Yes: If it is located laterally, where the nerve exits, it can. You still should do well with conservative care.
Answered 11/28/2017
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