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My neck hurts when i wake up?

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Muscle strain: Otherwise known as a "crick" in the neck. If u can massage it and take some anti inflammatories and/or muscle relaxant then you should be good to go in 2-3 days. Go see a healthcare provider of not better.

Answered 11/26/2015

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