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I pulled a muscle in my left shoulder or upper side a couple years ago and it's been hurting really bad. what can i do? certain stretches ? anything

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Dr. James Marx answered

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Needs Evaluation: See an ortho or sports medicine doc to find out. Sounds like a shoulder issue. A competent examination can determine a lot of what your issues are.

Answered 2/3/2014

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A member asked:

I pulled a muscle in my left shoulder or upper side a couple years ago and it's been hurting really bad. what can i do? certain stretches ? anything

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Marx answered

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