What causes pain in shoulder,back and neck?
Patient: I usually have a blood pressure of 124/80, but tonight it is 170/103. I also seem to have a pulled muscle or pinched nerve in my neck, shoulder, back, right arm and right upper chest. It is OK when at rest, but hurts when I move. It started last Wed. I had it when I woke up in the morning. How can you tell a pulled muscle from anything worse?I do have a stent. Doctor: Hello,The symptoms seem to be related to a pulled muscle. The fact that the pain increases when you move,helps through the diagnosis. I suggest using Voltaren gel for local application. I also suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the pain .Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Dorina GurabardhiGeneral & Family Physician