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I went to sleep and i woke up with shoulder and elbow pain in both arms and i haven't exercised recently, and i'm not sure if i should go to the hospi?
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Depends: If the symptoms resolve within a few minutes, then they may simply be related to your sleep position. If so, you should see your doctor. If symptoms not resolving in a few minutes, then you should go to the hospital emergency to get evaluated for spine injury.
Answered 7/26/2015
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