Pain on left side of back

[nolabuzzy78]

I have been having this back ache/ stiffness on my left side between the shoulder blade to middle of back.  have had it off and on for years but recently it has been more consistent with a feel of "pins& needles".  went to a clinic to see a dr. about it yesterday.  he took an x-ray that showed a small curve in my left side of back.  said my left shoulder was slightly higher then my right.  he prescribed an anti-inflammation meds called lodine that I
m planning on picking up today.  I also have a tendency to sleep on my left side, sometimes positioning my left arm up to sleep on it like a pillow.  have done so for many years.  I am wondering if that could also be a cause for this ache I am feeling or is it possible it could be something more serious that I should be concerned about.  any information would be greatly appreciated.  

[Caryopteris]

Also, exercise such as yoga may help straighten it out.  

[Caryopteris]

Sleep positions are often the culprit for many neck and back issues.  You should attempt to learn a new position that does not put your arms or neck in a contorted position.  Try a new pillow, etc.