Why do I have severe shoulder pain?
Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 at
5:28 pm
Whenever I overwork my left shoulder, I feel a bad pain below my shoulder blade, Does anyone know why this is?
Filed under: Shoulder Blade Pain
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See your health care provider as soon as possible. Pain located around the shoulder is common and almost never poses a serious threat to life. Nonetheless, it can persist for a long time and cause discomfort and disability. The most common problems is:
Bursitis.
Rotator cuff tendinitis.
Bicep tendinitis.
For bursitis, rotator cuff tendinitis, and bicep tendinitis, the key word is RIMS:
Rest
Ice
Maintenance of mobility
Strengthening
At the first sign of trouble, you should apply ice for 30 minutes, then let the shoulder rewarm for the next 15 minutes. Continue the cycle for the next one to two hours. Be careful not to freeze the skin.
Give the shoulder complete rest for the first 24 to 48 hours. After that time, gently put your arm through a full range of motion several times a day.
Acetaminophen, two tablets every three to four hours, may be taken as needed. Aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen may help decrease inflammation.
Call a doctor if the condition persists beyond three weeks. I hope this helps you. And good luck.