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Pain in upper back when i bend downward
It's been long time since there is pain in my upper back right side also right hand when i bend downwards what should i do about this? And whom should i visit?
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This pain can be due to various reasons including spasm, or overuse, so you should consult a physiotherapist for assessment
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Firstly You must have to visit orthopedist urgently after that if your orthopedist suggests Physiotherapy then consult Physiotherapist in your area.
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Your pain could be due to neck muscle or upper back spasm.
You should consult a physiotherapist or orthopaedist for complete assessment and treatment.
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Hello, Dr. Dhanashree here, the problem you have is because of upper back muscle tightness and scapular muscle weakness. Its a postural problem. Don't worry will get better with physiotherapy. Please visit ur near by physiotherapist.
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Its due to your posture, improper posture leads to pain in neck, upper back and lower back as well.
You can visit nearby physiotherapy clinic and take electrotherapy for a week. The pain will be reduced , later ask for strengthening exercises.
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Dr. Chinna Kondaiah Ballekuri (PT)
Physiotherapist
17 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It is because of the wrong posture it causes the muscle spasm and weakness
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Visit nearest Physiotherapy clinic for complete assessment and treatment
Health Tips
Use hot pack application before starting the exercises
It gives you relaxation of the muscles
Start lumbar muscles strengthening exercises
Core strengthening exercises
Avoid forward bending
Avoid weight lifting
Maintain good ergonomic posture while sitting or working in front of a computer
Follow all these for longer period of time May give you good results
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Dr. Jacob Roshan Mathew (PT)
Physiotherapist
19 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please visit a physiotherapist
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Dr. Shefali Gandotra (PT)
Physiotherapist
19 yrs exp
Jammu
You need to visit physio therapy clinic. The issue is due to incorrect posture. There might be muscular imbalance of back muscles
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Correction of posture advised
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Hot fomentation twice a day for 20 min on upper back
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Dr. Ingelala Uma (PT)
Physiotherapist
13 yrs exp
Nellore
Its due to wrong posture maintained by u,it causes spasm of ur upper trapezius and scapular,para spinal muscles.
Visit nearby physiotherapy clinic and take electrical modalities to reduce spasm and inflammation.
After reducing pain maintain proper posture and ergonomics
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start doing strengthing to ur back.
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