Rhomboid sprains and strains can be painful and take time to heal. Depending on the severity of the injury, it may take days or months for the pain to subside. If you've injured your rhomboid muscles and your pain doesn't improve, it's important to see a doctor or an orthopedic specialist. The relief of rhomboid pain depends entirely on the cause or severity of the muscle injury.If you have mild pain, it may get better in a few days or a week, but more serious muscle injuries can take several weeks or even months to fully heal.
You can also try shoulder lifts, ice therapy, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to quickly relieve pain. Pain along the medial shoulder edge is much more commonly associated with the cervical spine than with anything else related to the rhomboids. It may be beneficial to modify what you can and not worry about what you can't.Topical pain relievers such as diclofenac (Voltaren, Solaraze) and salicylates (Bengay, Icy Hot) are thought to have a lower risk of side effects. The amount of time it takes to recover from rhomboid muscle pain depends on the severity of the strain.
Considering the location of the rhomboids (see images below), many people are led to believe that their discomfort is due to a strain or activation point associated with these muscles.If you experience severe pain that worsens, worsens, or doesn't respond to treatment, it's important to see your doctor. Poor body posture, especially when sitting in front of a computer for too long, can lead to rhomboid muscle injuries. Overloading your back, shoulders, and arms when doing any activity that puts pressure on these areas can also cause strain or injury.
Rhomboid muscle pain can also
cause pain in the upper middle of the back, in the back of the shoulders, or between the spine and the shoulder blade.Many people experience deep, dull pain along the medial edge of the scapula (area between the shoulder blade and the spine) and have not been able to find a long-term solution to this problem.Resting and refraining from any activity that causes pain in the rhomboid muscle will help you recover quickly. You may also want to consider getting an MRI scan to check for any discs that may be causing your discomfort as some of the structures associated with the rhomboid muscle have poor blood supply and may have difficulty healing on their own.Activities and work that require you to extend your arms above your head for a long time, carrying heavy bags and backpacks, and lifting heavy objects can also cause this type of pain. If you have shoulder or upper back pain that doesn't seem to improve, it's important to see a healthcare provider or physical therapist. The rhomboids are important for the movement of the upper limbs and the stability of both the shoulder girdle and the scapula.