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I woke with an excruciating pain on the left side of my neck. i can't turn my head. put cold compress n took painkillers but no relief.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Torticollis: It sounds like you have a wry neck. Try lying flat in bed and use a hot water bottle or heating pad when you go to bed. Take Ibuprofen for pain. You might also want to contact a physical therapist for some exercises.

Answered 6/25/2014

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A member asked:

I woke with an excruciating pain on the left side of my neck. i can't turn my head. put cold compress n took painkillers but no relief.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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