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What is the best way to help a stiff neck?
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Neck pain: heat, stretching, and antiinflammatories will help. See your doctor if no better
Answered 3/7/2015
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Stiff neck: The easiest way to relieve a stiff neck is with a gentle massage and warm compress. If stiff neck is more severe and painful may requires muscle relaxants.
Answered 3/14/2015
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Light stretching: rest, maybe a warm compress or two and 2 Advils (ibuprofen) before going to sleep.
Answered 3/7/2015
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