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A member asked:

Hv chronic muscle spasm n pain on my shoulders 4 day last 10 yrs, a few time wit headache but most of the time witout it, hd physioth treatment, no use?

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PT, TPI, TENS: In addition to physical therapy and deep tissue massage, the use of a tens unit, trigger point injections and possibly oral muscle relaxants may help. Your doctor can advise you on these treatment options.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 4/23/2014

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