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How to treat stiff neck and shoulders? waking up with sore neck
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Check environment: Sometimes the room may need a different pillow, warmer temperature . Think about your posture during work hours. Are you over using the neck and shoulder muscles some how? Is stress occurring? Usually changing one of these and taking a Tylenol, ibuprofen or aspirin can help in the short term. If not seek medical consult .
Answered 11/28/2017
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Stiff neck : Try moist heat and an anti inflammatory such as Ibuprofen 600mg twice a day with food
Answered 11/28/2017
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Meds or no meds: There are different means to treat muscle spasm in the neck - relaxation, yoga, warm compresses, hot shower as well as sleeping on a good pillow and mattress. Judicious use of muscle relaxants prescribed by your physician.
Answered 11/28/2017
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