One of the most important things I do while assessing patients with musculoskeletal pain is determining their exact location of symptoms. While this seems like a simple inquiry, it requires several ...

Shoulder blade pain can be caused by muscle strain, rotator cuff tears, or joint conditions like osteoarthritis. Symptoms of shoulder blade pain include dull, sharp, or burning pain, weakness, and a ...

The prevalence of shoulder pain tends to increase and become more severe as we age - especially for folks in their 50’s and beyond. When people complain of shoulder pain - it can manifest in a lot of ...

The human body operates as an interconnected network where problems in one area can manifest as symptoms in seemingly unrelated regions. This fascinating phenomenon becomes particularly evident when ...

Whether it’s a dull ache or sharp spasm, pain between the shoulder blades can be caused by a variety of things. It can be due to bad posture while staring at a computer screen all day, an exercise ...

Rhomboid muscle pain occurs between the shoulder blades and spine. It may feel like tenderness around the shoulder blade. Risk factors for rhomboid muscle pain include injury and general overuse. The ...

Chronic or acute shoulder pain often accompanies sleep disturbances. What’s worse, poor sleep can lower your pain tolerance, making the shoulder pain feel more intense. Using a pillow that keeps your ...

As your shoulders slump, your head shifts forward, creating neck pain and stiffness. Your mid-back rounds to accommodate the upward position of your shoulder blades. And your lower trapezius muscles ...