Hi Dr. Saghafi I have been experiencing excruciating pain into my left scapula (bottom right side) and have hand numbness (left only) and 'pinched' breathing. I have acupuncture treatment for pain, chirprctic manipulation, an xray and am due for an mri Sept 25th. From discussion with several healthcare providers (my family doctor too) most point to a C5-7 nerve/disc problem. I am also currently on a heavier prescribed anti-inflammatory medication while I await the mri. Is it possible the same nerve restriction is causing the should er/hand issue as the shortness of breath breathing or would there be another nerve pinching further down?
Thanks, Jan