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What Causes Sharp, Pulsating Pain From Shoulder To Neck?

I woke up in the middle of the night with a sharp, pulsating pain in my upper left shoulder to lower left neck. It pulsates every 3-5 seconds into a stabbing pain and then dissipates. I did yoga a short time before bed. I m not sure if this is just muscle strain or more serious.
Wed, 13 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp, pulsating pain from shoulder to neck. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like cervical spndylosis , cervical radiculopathy , muscle stain or disc problem . I would suggest you to apply warm compresses , take proper rest and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI or physical examination . Doctor may prescribe gabapebtine , muscle ralaxant along with anti inflammatory and physical therapy .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Sharp, Pulsating Pain From Shoulder To Neck?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp, pulsating pain from shoulder to neck. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like cervical spndylosis , cervical radiculopathy , muscle stain or disc problem . I would suggest you to apply warm compresses , take proper rest and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI or physical examination . Doctor may prescribe gabapebtine , muscle ralaxant along with anti inflammatory and physical therapy . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari