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My neck and shoulders are always tense and the muscles are getting bigger than i want them to. what can i do?

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Dr. Michael Finkelstein answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You might: benefit from massage and relaxation techniques speak with your doctor for a physical therapy referral

Answered 7/15/2014

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