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Can sternocleidomastoid muscle get caught on something? felt an intense snapping in that area running from behind ear down neck. area is now sore.
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Neck: Could be muscle spasm, a nerve pain from the neck nerves, muscle inflammation. Start with warm compresses every three to four hours, restrict exercise or lifting, but do check it out with your doctor
Answered 5/22/2016
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