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How to Relieve Back Pain Under the Shoulder Blade – Stretch That Works
Written by Janne Sakkinen•OMT Physical Therapist, University Instructor•Updated 2024-07-24
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Gold Mine DataJanne explains how rib and intercostal muscle irritation can cause pain under or between the shoulder blades, and demonstrates a lacrosse-ball self-mobilization technique to relieve it.
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How do I get a stretch under the shoulder blade? Yes, this question has come up several times in reception work, and let's answer it thoroughly now. Typically the symptoms have started without any single injury, but repetitive strain may be causing the whole problem - whether it's work- or leisure-related strain. Symptoms sometimes may feel unilateral, on the right or on the left, under the shoulder blade, between the shoulder blades, or above the shoulder blade.
If your typical symptoms intensify during inhalation or exhalation, then it's very likely that the intercostal muscles are causing these symptoms.
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Q: What clinical topics are covered in "How to Relieve Back Pain Under the Shoulder Blade – Stretch That Works"?
Janne explains how rib and intercostal muscle irritation can cause pain under or between the shoulder blades, and demonstrates a lacrosse-ball self-mobilization technique to relieve it.
Q: How are the instructions in "How to Relieve Back Pain Under the Shoulder Blade – Stretch That Works" applied to cervical and musculoskeletal rehabilitation?
The video demonstrates specific movement patterns and clinical exercise progressions: How do I get a stretch under the shoulder blade? Yes, this question has come up several times in reception work, and let's answer it thoroughly now. Typically the symptoms have started without any single injury, but repe...
Q: When should you seek an OMT physical therapy consultation for symptoms related to this topic?
If symptoms relating to "How to Relieve Back Pain Under the Shoulder Blade – Stretch That Works" persist for more than 1–2 weeks, interfere with sleep or daily function, an in-person OMT evaluation is recommended to identify the root cause and ensure proper rehabilitation.
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