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I may have pulled a muscle in my shoulder, could this cause back and chest discomfort?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Muscle pull: Yes, the specific muscle pulled will dictate the location of the pain, such as latissimus, serratus, pectoralis, teres, rhomboid.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 9/14/2019

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A member asked:

I may have pulled a muscle in my shoulder, could this cause back and chest discomfort?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michalski answered

Dr Modi agreed

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