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Trapezius muscle
From past 2 months , I am facing an issue in Right lower trapezius and scapular region. I have taken lots of Physio sessions but still there is a pain. The ultrasound states - Diffusely thickened lower trapezius muscle.
Please suggest what should I do.
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Chiropractor adjustment will help you
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Hello,
This problem is very common nowadays.
Just start working on your pectoral muscles(chest muscles) and shoulder muscles.
Your trapezius muscle may get overused due to tightning of surrounding muscles ,so start working on surrounding muscles and joints.
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Go for MRI to confirm aby other issues in trapezius area.
After reports only can get to conclusion for bwtter treatment options.
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Since you have taken Physiotherapy and your ultra sound shows thickened muscles. You should go for MRI to rule out the root cause of your pain and for detailed information.
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Posture assessment and correction should be done
Trapezius stretching
And Cryotherapy for 15 mins - Twice should help you relieve from pain
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Hello!
Your problem is a common problem with good solutions available
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Firstly you'll need to modify your posture if its incorrect.
Secondly you'll benefit from Manual therapy and some continuous exercises
of adjacent joints and muscles.
This is needed to support the nearby structures.
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Avoid prolonged postures of flexed neck and upper back.
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Isometric exercise with PNF inhibition and hold relax technique will help you out. Being an Occupational Therapist i would suggest you to follow those exercises. Manual occupational therapy will be helpful. You may also check video on
youtube.com/SensitiveHealthcare
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Don't lift heavy objects.
Give proper rest to your arm and shoulder.
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Dr. Jacob Roshan Mathew (PT)
Physiotherapist
21 yrs exp
Bangalore
This pain is usually a rib dysfunction. Usually harder to sort online and requires rib mobilising.
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