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[tleex]

My neck and back issues have returned with a vengeance. The pain has relocated to my left shoulder at a very precise point, and the resulting neck-ache and back-ache sends dull waves of nerve pain down my left arm. Sleeping seems to exacerbate the problem, as does sitting at the computer for long periods of time

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[curieuse]

I'm so sorry. :-(

I don't know if this is any help at all but I am *extremely* satisfied with my current PCP, who I chose by reading reviews at RateMDs.com. I was quite nervous about the decision and it helped me to read around there.

[tleex]

Thank you for that link. The doc that the physical therapist recommended (by virtue of proximity to our house) had an awful rating. Back to the search.

[leef]

Hope you feel better, good luck with the treatment!

I know over-the-internet diagnoses from me are about as useful as Buddhist monks with ADD, but I'd be willing to bet that a lot of your muscle pain comes from stress, from carrying tension in your back and neck. Don't forget to relax every so often, to let go of all your stress and just enjoy the moment. :)

[tleex]

It's likely to be heavily exacerbated by stress, but I'm worrying that there's a nerve impingement/alignment issue at play, too.

[project_mayhem_]

Hmmm- not sure what to suggest? Is Brandon giving you a backrub right after doing his powerlifts? ;)

[tleex]

Brandon won't touch my back for fear that he'll break me further. :-/

[tleex]

I've seen my own mom dealing with back and neck issues; it's no fun at all.

[borninjeans]

Oh no. Hope you get the right treatment soon.
(Is there a fully certified traditional Chinese or Korean doctor in your area? Acupunture might help for pain relief.)

[tleex]

There are actually a number of Korean doctors who practice traditional medicine in my area. Unfortunately, the cost of acupuncture in the States is absurdly expensive. Believe me, I'm really missing my Korean health care coverage right now.