Pain in the shoulder blade can appear for a variety of reasons. Far from always, these are disorders associated with the vertebral section. By the nature of the pain, you can determine the cause of the occurrence and begin effective treatment.
As a rule, these can be diseases of muscle tissue, tendons, ligaments, etc. Sometimes the pain in the scapula disappears after a person changes his body position and performs simple exercises to warm up. But in some cases, medical intervention and the appointment of a course of treatment are required.
The most common diseases that are accompanied by pain are disc herniation, kyphosis, neuralgia, periarthrosis, scoliosis, thoracic osteochondrosis, etc.
For example, pain in the left shoulder blade often occurs against the background of psychological disorder. The nature of the pain is pressing, tingling, with a burning sensation. Many people take these symptoms for cardiovascular disease, so they start taking the appropriate drugs. This is fundamentally wrong, since it is first necessary to identify the exact cause and establish a diagnosis, rather than self-medicating.
And pain in the right scapula often occurs with spasms of the muscle tissue of the gallbladder and bile ducts. As a rule, this contributes to the use of fatty and spicy foods, which are contraindicated in case of impaired gallbladder function. Also on the right side, pain can be a symptom of kidney disease.
If there are pains in the scapula, then undergo a comprehensive examination of the body, as this may be a consequence of a trauma to the scapula, osteomyelitis, tuberculosis, and a tumor of the scapula. Anatomy is another reason why discomfort appears. For example, the acquired form of a pterygoid scapula. The reasons for the structural features of the body are paralysis of the muscle tissue of the scapula or nerve damage.
If the cause of pain in the scapula is hidden in muscle cramps, then you can use simple exercises that can restore blood flow and eliminate pinching. For example, these are circular movements of the shoulder blades. In this case, take deep breaths and exhalations. The effect of this method is that when the muscle tissue is stretched, spasm is eliminated, which is the cause of pain and constant discomfort.
It also helps massage the affected areas of the back. You can perform massage movements on your own or with the help of an experienced specialist. A direct effect on the back muscles leads to a decrease in pain and the complete disappearance of pain.
With an altered form of ligaments, treatment is more difficult, since various factors affecting painful sensations must be taken into account. An experienced specialist should choose a method of treatment in which the necessary effect is obtained and minimal harm is done to the whole organism.
Very often with diseases of the upper respiratory tract and with a strong cough, the pain is given to the area of the shoulder blades. As a rule, pain is aggravated by palpation. In this case, it is advisable to consult a specialist who, if necessary, will prescribe non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, local drugs (grinders, mustard plasters, hot pepper patch), vitamin complex, etc.
As a rule, a full examination of a patient includes a consultation with a therapist, neurologist, orthopedist, physiotherapist, rheumatologist, chiropractor, traumatologist, etc. The general conclusion will allow you to choose the best treatment option, with which you can quickly get rid of discomfort in the area of the shoulder blades.