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My muscles get really stiff and tight in my neck and shoulder then i get a bad headache why could this be? they stay stiff and hard

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Many causes: Stress, dehydration and not enough exercise or stretching are all causes for muscle spasms. You need to consider lowering the stress in your life. Make sure you take a multivitamin daily and drink plenty of water. Do stretching exercises daily or take a yoga class several times a week.

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/19/2017

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