What are the possible causes of excruciating pain in the back?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am having excruciating pain in my back, wrapping around my rib muscles under my left breast and down my elbow. At first, I thought it was a stroke or heart attack. I do not know if it is a pinch or pulled muscle. I cannot lift my arms over my head without collapsing in pain. I cannot take full breaths either. It feels like it starts under my left shoulder blade. I do not know if I should get a sling or what. I cannot bend or reach or do anything that moves my arm away from my side. I have already tried extra-strength Tylenol and muscle relaxers, which did not help. Please help.

Thanks.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

I have reviewed your question. I am sorry you are experiencing back pain. Nearly 80 % of people will experience back pain at some point. Based on the location and description of your pain, it sounds as though you may be experiencing pain due to a rib being out of place. If you were my patient, I would perform a chiropractic examination and recommend chiropractic adjustments and exercises if you were a candidate for care. Since you are not my patient, I recommend you visit a chiropractor for treatment and proper care. They may want an X-ray to confirm their diagnosis, but I suspect they will recommend a trial of care to see how you respond to supervision.

I hope this information will help you.

Thank you.

What are the possible causes of excruciating pain in the back?

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