Why Do My Scapula Hurt?
The Most Common Cause of Shoulder Blade Pain Is a Muscle Strain. 2 Short-Term Overuse of Your Arms and Upper Torso May Be Experienced in Your Scapula. This...
The most common cause of shoulder blade pain is a muscle strain. 2 Short-term overuse of your arms and upper torso may be experienced in your scapula. This pain may be accompanied by pain in other muscle groups, such as your shoulder or back, but can be felt only in your shoulder blade as well.
How do you get rid of back scapula pain?
- Rest your upper back from activity. If your pain worsens when you do certain movements or physical activities, such as household chores or exercise, rest for a day or two. ...
- Apply ice and/or heat. ...
- Take over-the-counter (OTC) medication. ...
- Massage it out. ...
- Visit a health care provider.
When should I worry about scapular pain?
Any back or shoulder pain that lingers a few weeks or interferes with daily activities should be evaluated by a doctor. If your pain is severe or accompanied by other red flag symptoms—such as headache, tingling, weakness, or nausea—seek immediate medical attention.
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