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Does hyperextension of the neck cause a stroke only if you're sitting up or does it happen even when you're lying down?

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Dr. Marius Frasie answered

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NEITHER: YOU DO NOT GET STROKE FROM HYPER EXTENSION OF YOUR NECK SPECIALLY NOT WHEN YOU ARE 22

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 5/1/2021

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A member asked:

Does hyperextension of the neck cause a stroke only if you're sitting up or does it happen even when you're lying down?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marius Frasie answered

Dr Modi agreed

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