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What Causes Pain In Shoulder Blade Radiating To The Finger Tips?
Left arm from my neck down to my fingertips hurts -- feels chilly and now seems to be going down my left leg. The pain also goes up into my neck and ear. Seems to be easing slightly. Had a mammagram and dexa today because it was time for them -- not that I was having a problem. My age is 84.
Wed, 30 Mar 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have shoulder blade radiating to the finger tips . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like nerve root compression due to disc protrusion , infection , muscle stain and swelling in joint .Cervical spondylosis can also cause such symptoms . I would suggest you to apply warm compresses , do light stretching exercise under expert , start physical therapy and take ibuprofen or acetaminopehn for pain . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI or nerve conduction test . Doctor may prescribe methylcobalamin supplements , B12 supplementation anti inflammatory or recommend acupuncture .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have shoulder blade radiating to the finger tips . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like nerve root compression due to disc protrusion , infection , muscle stain and swelling in joint .Cervical spondylosis can also cause such symptoms . I would suggest you to apply warm compresses , do light stretching exercise under expert , start physical therapy and take ibuprofen or acetaminopehn for pain . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI or nerve conduction test . Doctor may prescribe methylcobalamin supplements , B12 supplementation anti inflammatory or recommend acupuncture .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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