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On/off sharp pain/cramp on top of shoulder by neck,is that a muscle or nerve?it hurts pretty bad and it's completely random. what to do?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

See answer : In that area of the anatomy sounds more musculoskeletal. Try heat and passive neck exercises. Also try to change positions and see if you get relief

Answered 7/14/2015

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A member asked:

On/off sharp pain/cramp on top of shoulder by neck,is that a muscle or nerve?it hurts pretty bad and it's completely random. what to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

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