Health Blog Category: root cause
The Root Cause of Pain in Between the Shoulder Blades
“I always feel tight in between my shoulder blades”
Here at Midland Sports Rehab & Freeland Sports Rehab, whether working with general patients or athletes, we see a common issue: “tightness between the shoulder blades” or a stubborn “knot” that just won’t resolve. It’s always interesting to hear the various methods patients use to manage this discomfort.
Typically, we hear, “I tried using a lacrosse ball,” “I tried to ‘pop’ it with a foam roller,” or “I had someone lift me to try and ‘crack’ it.” When we point out that these solutions might offer short-term relief but fail to address the root of the problem, they often respond with, “Yes, how did you know?”
The Root Cause of Your Pain
Well, honestly, it’s our job to know these things.
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