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I stretched this morning, and i felt a pop/crack in my neck. now whenever i turn or lean my head to the right, i feel pain. how do i stop the pain?

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Strain: Stretching can sometimes injure ligaments / muscles and nerves. Pain may be relieved with acetaminophen / non steroidal such as ibuprofen or naproxen, moist heat and mild stretching. These all get better with tincture of time.

Answered 7/15/2015

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