I am a 23 year old male, and I have been miserable for the past year with pain that starts in my trap and radiates down my rhomboid and out to my shoulder. It feels like my whole left side is knotted up, and at times it feels like it's on fire. I used to lift weights 3-4 days a week, however my left side is so irritated that I can no longer perform any upper body exercises without it becoming aggravated. It has become so bad that it is extremely difficult to focus, and I am beside myself. I have had a neck MRI which revealed that I have a minor disc bulge at my C5, but the doctors say that this isn't enough to cause any significant pain. I have also asked to have an MRI of my shoulder, but no one is willing to give me the recommendation because they all feel the MRI will show nothing since I have good range of motion and normal strength. I have been to physical therapists, massage therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, all of which seem to make it worse. I have also tried taking different anti-inflammatory medication, all to no avail. At this point, I am willing to try anything, and I am open to suggestions. It is very discouraging going from doctor to doctor, and not getting any answers. I have recently been going to yoga, and using a foam roller at an attempt at self myofascial release, but so far I have not seen much improvement. I was also told that I should get an EMG test, however I am hesitant to do so. Has anyone else had this problem? If so, have you been able to find any relief?