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Pinching feeling on left shoulder/scapula area when shrugging. prior pec strain 6+ weeks ago. pain has migrated from pec/intercostal>delt>here
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Shrugging: Trapezius and levator scapulae muscles are involved with shrugging. The rhomboids are also in that area and work opposite to the pecs. Try ice, and alternating heat to area. Massage may help as well.
Answered 4/25/2013
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