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Trapezitis

A spasm of trapezius muscle is known as trapezitis. The trapezius muscle spreads from the nape of the neck along with the shoulder blades. This muscle spasm leads to restricted head and shoulder movements. Trapezitis is common in people with poor posture while working on the computer for extended periods and in people involved in regular swimming, gymnastics, etc. It resolves within five days on its own.

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I have been having back pain due to a recent gym injury. Should I consult the doctor or get an X-ray done?

Query: Hello doctor,I am having thoracic back pain due to a recent gym injury. I continued my gym for three to four days. But after that pain arose in my back and I took rest for 10 to 12 days. Muscle aches are gone but pain is still there in vertebrae and it can be felt by pressing thoracic vertebrae. Pai...  Read Full »


Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. It is more likely a muscle inflammation on the trapezius which can be felt between the scapulae. Stop the gym, apply hot packs, and take a few medicines. Still, if the pain does not subside, then take an X-ray of the dor...  Read Full »

My neck and right shoulder blade have been paining severely for the past few weeks. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I am getting lumbar surgery for a disc. My neck and right shoulder blade are paining severely for the last two weeks. It travels all the way into my arm and sometimes feels as though I have touched a bolt of electricity. I also have a weird knot that moves around on my shoulder blade, I...  Read Full »


Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. This condition is called trapezitis. It is an inflammation of the trapezius muscle which causes intense pain. So, I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below. 1. Avoid lifting heavy weights. 2. Avoid arching your back. Instead, b...  Read Full »

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