I have had Upper-Trapezius Pain for over a year now, and the pain, no matter how much I stretch, worsens.What should I do?

Dear Theresa,

I appreciate your faith in the fitness community to have an answer for your question but I do believe that it is time for you to see a healthcare provider.

The answer may be just poor posture but as you have already tried several techniques by yourself for so long, there may be other underlying problems.

I wish you very well and hope that you will soon find somebody to help you get out of pain.

Theresa,

It’s definitely time to see a physician! Chronic pain (pain over the course of time) is never something to ignore. Considering the location of your pain, there are a multitude of things that could be wrong.

I don’t know if you have seen a physician yet, but you should probably consider seeing one as soon as possible! Not only that, consider getting a second opinion! This type of pain is nothing to mess around with.

I don’t know if this will help you out, but I’ve looked something up on WebMD from what I’ve gathered here about your pain. Consider checking out the following link:

http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/neck-problems-and-injuries-topic-over…

If you haven’t already, also consider using the symptom checker at WebMD:
http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/neck-problems-and-injuries-check-your…

This is no substitute for seeing a physician, however!

I hope you get well soon!

Hi Theresa
Enduring discomfort does not enrich one’s life. It may drain energy and enthusiasm. This is also a challenging area to stretch, and a common area to hold tension. Perhaps, after a year of self management, you would be well served to check in with a professional diagnostician. This may bring to light other options and possibilities and lead you back to a painless existence.
All the best
Danielle

Talk to your doctor or one of the following; chiorpractor, acupuncturist, acupressurist, Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer, or some other form of Complimentary Alternative Medical provider. My first though is a nerve impingement which is why I said see a doctor.

I’d start with an Ortho but keep in mind most of them are pro surgery, however, insist on an MRI and see what’s going on prior to any type of treatment.