Suggest Treatment For Pain In The Shoulders

Posted on Sat, 9 Sep 2017

Question: Pain in left shoulder (aft). Feels like muscle, but has been going on for 4 days. Burning sensation when I set upright. Hurts from base of lower neck to shoulder no previous back issues

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Possibly muscle strain

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
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The neck and shoulder pain of acute onset could likely be a muscle strain. Sleeping in an awkward position, lifting weight etc can cause such symptoms.

You can apply ice for 2 days followed by heat therapy to relax the muscles.Sleep on comfortable bed and pillow.Continue Ibuprofen.Avoid strenuous activities.

I would also recommend an EKG done. Even though your pain is not typically characteristic of cardiac issues, getting an EKG done would be a safe option especially if you are diabetic, have positive family history, hypertension, hyperlipidemia.

Hope this answers your questions
Please feel free to address further questions here

Regards
Dr.Lekshmi

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee