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Im 16. what are some ways to releve severe neck and shoulder pain and tension. its stiff too?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Exercise : Like yoga and pilates. Ice or heat. Stretches. Don't carry your backpack on one shoulder but evenly in both shoulders. Try to avoid looking down a lot. Watch slumping and try to walk and sit with good posture!

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Answered 1/5/2018

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