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I am taking pred & flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) for scapular dyskinesis with severe muscle spasms. my dc told me to use ice, but my md told me to use heat. which is it?

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Whatever works: 15 min applications and don't let the skin get damaged with the application.

Answered 11/13/2013

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