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I trapped a nerve in my neck 2 months ago, im fixed.i used a lot of ice for weeks to deaden the pain, have i caused shrinkage to my muscles in my neck?
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No: Cold application does not shrink muscles permanently. It may temporarily contract muscles.
Answered 1/29/2014
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