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I have a dull ache in my arms mostly around the shoulder and upper triceps area. i swim every night at moderate pace are these two things correlated?

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Dr. Pierre Moeser answered

Yes: Try stretching the affected muscles before swimming. Using a foam roller may also help. Do your swimming, then do light easy arm movement for a few minutes for a cool-down period.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

I have a dull ache in my arms mostly around the shoulder and upper triceps area. i swim every night at moderate pace are these two things correlated?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Pierre Moeser answered

Dr Chuu and 2 doctors agreed

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