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Scalene Muscles: Neck, Shoulder, Chest, Upper Back, Arm, Pain
The scalene muscles consist of three muscles, the scalenus anterior, scalenus, medius, and scalenus posterior. These muscles are prime contributors of thoracic outlet syndrome, and contributes to pain in the upper back, shoulder, chest, arm and hand.
Read MoreIntercostal Muscles: Rib Pain, Breathing Difficulty
The intercostal muscles are found between the ribs. The muscles can contribute to pain in and around the rib cage. They are also a major contributor to pain in the sides and in between the ribs known as a side stitch.
Read MoreDiaphragm Muscle: Chest Pain, Rib Pain, Difficulty Breathing
The diaphragm is a muscle found under the lower ribs. It can contribute to breathing problems, pain in the chest and ribs and can cause the sharp pain in the side known as side stitches.
Read MoreSternocleidomastoid Muscles: Affects Head, Eyes, Sinus, Ears, Throat, Pain, Dizziness, Whiplash
The sternocleiodmastoid are the two big muscles located on each side of the front of neck. These are most affected affected muscles when whiplash of the head / neck occurs. The muscles can contribute to pain throughout the head and neck area and can contribute to symptoms of vertigo.
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