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I wake up in zero pain but within 30 min, the muscles in my neck and shoulder begin to spasm and tighten & lasts all day. what could be the cause?

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Stress?: Several of the more common reasons for muscle spasm and tightness in the neck and shoulder area include: Stress, tension or anxiety causing you to contract the muscles unconsciously. Sleeping in an uncomfortable position. Injury to the neck. See your physician for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

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Answered 2/4/2016

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A member asked:

I wake up in zero pain but within 30 min, the muscles in my neck and shoulder begin to spasm and tighten & lasts all day. what could be the cause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Lipkin answered

Dr Rosenblatt agreed

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