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From google I think I've narrowed it down to Deltoid strain.
Basically bench/on back doing pec/butterfly with free weights. I've not done weights for over 6months and stupidly I used the usual weights.
Suddenly my deltoid felt like it twisted(?) then spasmed badly.
If I try to do pressups- samething happens. Very light weight on a bench press = samething. Painful twisting spasms.
I can lift/rotate my arm straight up. Hang from the tops of a doorframe and rest on my elbows doing the Plank but anything like pressups/bench.....
Will a thumb/dig around massage help, hot bath or straight to a Physio?
You've torn the muscle. Rest will cure it, but be prepared for it to take a few weeks. Gentle massage does help as it releases endorphins, which reduce pain and promote healing.
Muscles tend to go into spasm as a defence mechanism. You (or a physio) can release this, you basically apply pressure to the most painful part and hold it for 30s to 60s and the spasm will release. Lying / resting on a rubber ball is a good way to release muscles. If you've torn the muscle it will still take 1-n weeks to recover. I'm normally back to full strength after 1-2 weeks for minor muscle pulls in my back.
I've tried calling him but he hasn't called back.
Dear god dont listen to a word footflaps is telling you there.
Dear god don't listen to anyone claiming to be a health professional who gives specific advice without a consultation