How to eliminate pain in the scapula

Pain in the scapula can appear for a variety of reasons. Far from always these are violations related to the vertebral column. By the nature of pain, you can determine the cause of the onset 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 body position and performs simple exercises for 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 painful sensations are disc herniation, kyphosis, neuralgia, periarthrosis, scoliosis, thoracic osteochondrosis, etc.

For example, pain in the left shoulder blade often occur against a 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 medications. This is fundamentally wrong, because it is necessary to identify the exact cause and establish a diagnosis, rather than engage in self-medication.

And the pain in the right scapula often occurs with spasms of the muscular tissue of the gallbladder and bile ducts. As a rule, this is promoted by the use of fatty and spicy food, which is contraindicated in cases of violations of the gallbladder function. Also on the right side, pain can be a symptom of kidney disease.
If there are pains in the scapula, then go for a comprehensive examination of the body, as this may be a consequence of a shoulder blade injury, osteomyelitis, tuberculosis, scapular tumor. Anatomy is another reason for discomfort. For example, the acquired form of the pterygoid scapula. The reasons for the structural features of the body are paralysis of the muscle tissue of the scapula or nerve damage.

In case the cause of pain in the scapula is hidden in the muscle spasms, then simple exercises can be used that allow to restore blood flow and eliminate pinching. For example, this is circular motion of the blades. In this case, take deep breaths and exhalations. The effect of this method is that when the muscle tissue stretches, spasm is eliminated, which is the cause of painful sensations and constant discomfort.

Massage of the affected parts of the back also helps effectively. You can perform massage movements yourself or with the help of an experienced specialist. The direct effect on the back muscles leads to a reduction in the pain syndrome and the complete disappearance of pain.

With the altered form of ligaments, treatment is more difficult, since it is necessary to take into account various factors that affect the painful sensations. The skilled expert should choose such way of treatment at which the necessary effect and the minimal harm for all organism is caused.

Very often, with diseases of the upper respiratory tract and with a strong cough, pain is given to the area of the scapula. As a rule, pain increases with palpation. In this case, it is advisable to consult a specialist who, if necessary, will prescribe anti-inflammatory preparations of non-steroidal action, local preparations (cleansers, mustards, patch based on hot pepper), vitamin complex, etc.

Typically, a complete examination of the patient includes a consultation of a therapist, neurologist, orthopedist, physiotherapist, rheumatologist, chiropractor, traumatologist, etc. The general conclusion will allow you to choose the optimal treatment option, with which you can get rid of unpleasant sensations in the area of the scapula in a short time.