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Can you tell me how could i protect my injured shoulders while sleeping?
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Vague: Question is what kind of shoulder injury, has it already been treated, instructions you may have been given already. If you have not seen a Dr. (orthopedic,) or a physical therapist, now is the time.
Answered 11/15/2014
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