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Q: back pain under shoulder blade

asked by: kellygil on March 14th, 2008

New User

I have had back pain on the left side of my back underneath my shoulder blade for almost two months now. I have been to the doc and I have had an x-ray and an MRI of my spine etc. The x-ray was negative of any injuries and the MRI showed that I have minimal degenerative disc disease in the cervical (neck) and that's all it showed. NOTHING about where the pain is located?? I am wondering if anybody had any suggestions or opinions on why I am getting this pain. I've tried to sleep differently, I tried physical therapy etc. I have no pain when trying to lift or move or anything like that, the pain comes on strongly when I wake up in the morning and breathe or cough and I do not smoke and then after about an hour or so later the pain diminishes to just a dull ache? I have run out of ideas on what it might be? Can anyone help?

Replies(2)

RichT

replied on March 14th, 2008

Active User, very eHealthy

Hello Kellygil,

I commend you for having the x-rays and MRIs. That is a BIG step in the right direction. Though it has not indicated why you are having the back pain, they do tell you what most likely is NOT causing your back pain.

Okay, now where to? Kellygil, may I ask you how long you have had your current mattress? Also, would you be so kind and let us know if it is a "firm" mattress, one with a pillowtop, or anything else you think we should know about?

I (we) look forward to your reply.

RichT

LucyC

replied on March 26th, 2008

New User

I had a big success with Acupressure Mat (Tibetan Applicator). It helps with most of muscle and joint pain and all sort of upper and low back pain.

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