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Have neck pain and stiffness every day diagnosed with arthritis. over the counter medications do not help. what are some of the treatments available?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Neck pain: Try sleeping flat in bed without a pillow. Sleep with an ice pack or aheating pad set on low, whichever is more comfortable for you. Above all, enroll in a physical therapy program. Ibuprofen for pain.

Answered 6/25/2014

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A member asked:

Have neck pain and stiffness every day diagnosed with arthritis. over the counter medications do not help. what are some of the treatments available?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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