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Two nights ago at night i was laying down sideways and i think a turned the other way too fast i felt some pain on my upper back. it now hurts bad.

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

More likely: You twisted your LOWER NECK and pinched a nerve at the C6-7 level! Try putting heat on the area between your lower neck and upper back( where the "bump" it) ALSO try sleeping without a PILLOW for a few nights. Ibuprofen will also help. Hope this helps Happy New Year! Dr Z

Answered 1/16/2015

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