A member asked:

Burning back pain between the spine and the right shoulder blade. the pain extends through the right shoulder and down the right arm and elbow.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Jose Barreto answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Myofascial Pain: If you are having a lot of stress, bad posture, weak muscles (muscle imbalance) then this may be secondary to myofascial (muscle pain). If the pain down the arm is shooting-like and associated with numbness and weakness then it might be a herniated disc pinching a nerve in the spine. Visit your doctor for an evaluation, imaging and treatment as needed.

Answered 10/30/2016

5.1k views

Thank

This is a fairly : Classic pattern for a lower cervical disc herniation such as c6-7 level. Sometimes a shoulder problem can present like this as well. Rarely, a lung issue (pancoast tumor) can present this way. If it does not improve with time or worsens, see your physician.

Answered 12/19/2017

5.1k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more