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Woke up with a stiff neck. hurts when i move side to side and when i look up. applied bengay on it and icy hot patch but only relieves the muscle ache?

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Dr. Rikin Patel answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Keep an eye on it: If safe for you, consider trying an over the counter anti-inflammatory, heat and stretching of the neck area. If your symptoms persist beyond 7-10days or are worsening I would recommend you see a physician who specialize in musculoskeletal care (orthopedics) Hope that helps!

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

Woke up with a stiff neck. hurts when i move side to side and when i look up. applied bengay on it and icy hot patch but only relieves the muscle ache?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rikin Patel answered

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

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