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What is a neck strain or shoulder strain do to your body?

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Dr. Christopher Ferguson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Should resolve: Neck/shoulder strains should resolve with time and appropriate conservative management. There should not be any long term effects on your body.

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Answered 1/26/2015

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