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January 29
How common are pinched nerve-like sensations from the neck to shoulder blades in people with RRMS?
This sensation is quite common in MS. Sensory abnormalities and pain affect up to 80 percent of people with MS, and the feeling you're describing sounds like it could be Lhermitte's sign.
Lhermitte's sign occurs when MS Show Full Answer
How common are pinched nerve-like sensations from the neck to shoulder blades in people with RRMS?
This sensation is quite common in MS. Sensory abnormalities and pain affect up to 80 percent of people with MS, and the feeling you're describing sounds like it could be Lhermitte's sign.
Lhermitte's sign occurs when MS affects the spinal cord in your neck. It causes an electric-shock-like sensation that starts from the neck and radiates down the back, especially when bending your neck forward. People often describe it as shockwaves shooting down the back of the neck, spine, and into the arms.
This symptom can happen during stress or fatigue, and it's particularly common when you bend your chin toward your chest. The good news is that Lhermitte's sign usually goes away on its own without treatment.
For people with RRMS specifically, these sensory symptoms may improve or disappear during remission periods. If you're experiencing this during a flare, medications like steroids can help speed up recovery.
January 29
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