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What are some exercises for chronic upper back/neck/shoulder pain?

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Dr. Robert Kent answered

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For home exercises,: I would recommend seeing a physician first to make sure there are no disc problems or other issues. If it is just sore muscles, i would recommend stretching exercises. See: http://www.Spine-health.Com/conditions/neck-pain/neck-exercises-neck-pain strengthen neck muscles as well as work on posture and desk set up for ergonomic corrections. Hope that helps!

Answered 1/4/2014

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A member asked:

What are some exercises for chronic upper back/neck/shoulder pain?

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Dr. Robert Kent answered

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