I have pain in my right upper back in between my neck and shoulder. moving my head results in sharp stabbing pain but without movement it aches. I have taken tramadol and a mild muscle relaxer but it has not helped. Should I seek medical care or wait it out? Thank you.
Hi there, thanks for your question at Chat Doctor. I would suggest you to give rest to your back, use Ice application and continue the pain medicines. It usually takes 3 to 4 days for these to work. If at the end of a week, if pain is increases or is still the same, or you have new pattern of pain or your daily routine is severely affected you should meet your physician. Hope this helps. All the best. Regards.  Chat Doctor. 