Chiropractor for Shoulder Blade Pain

Aching, burning, or sharp pain between or beneath the shoulder blades is one of the most common upper-back complaints, and a frequent one after a car accident. Chiropractic care treats the usual causes.

Chiropractor adjusting the upper back to relieve shoulder blade pain

What causes it

Shoulder-blade pain often comes from upper-back joint dysfunction, muscle strain, posture, or a pinched nerve. It can also come from the whiplash motion of a crash, which strains the neck and upper back together, so it often appears alongside neck pain.

How chiropractic helps

After an exam, care works to restore motion in the mid- and upper-back joints, release the surrounding muscles with soft-tissue and massage therapy, and address any nerve involvement, treating the pain at its source.

Care at all three clinics

We offer same-day appointments in Oregon City, Milwaukie, and Troutdale, with licensed massage therapists on staff. After a car accident in Oregon, your PIP coverage typically covers reasonable and necessary care. We bill your PIP claim directly and verify your coverage before your first visit. Book a visit and we will get you in.

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Common questions

Can a chiropractor help shoulder blade pain?

Yes. Most of it comes from upper-back joint and muscle problems that adjustments, soft-tissue therapy, and exercise address.

Why do my shoulder blades hurt after a crash?

The whiplash motion strains the neck and upper back together, often causing pain between or under the shoulder blades.

Will it go away on its own?

Mild cases may ease, but lingering pain usually has a cause worth treating before it becomes chronic.

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Oregon City

1404 Molalla Ave
Oregon City, OR 97045

(503) 723-4462

Mon to Thu 9:00am to 6:00pm
Fri 9:00am to 1:00pm

Back pain care in Oregon City

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Milwaukie

13152 SE Rusk Rd
Milwaukie, OR 97222

(503) 919-7001

Mon to Thu 9:00am to 6:00pm
Fri 9:00am to 1:00pm

Back pain care in Milwaukie

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Troutdale

233 E Columbia River Hwy
Troutdale, OR 97060

(503) 491-9266

Mon to Thu 9:00am to 6:00pm
Fri 9:00am to 1:00pm

Back pain care in Troutdale

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