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I suffer from really bad back pain. the pain is mostly in my shoulder blades. what to do?
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See below: Upper back pain usually comes from a degenerative joint or disc in the neck. Sometimes it's from a muscle strain or sprain. It is common for back pain to refer to the shoulder blades. Early treatment options include a short course of nsaids (advil, aleve), gentle massage, moist heat, and focusing on posture. If pain lasts greater than 2 weeks see your physician.
Answered 4/1/2013
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