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Aching trap muscle and shoulder pain that goes into neck and head, and down arm.both sides sometimes. could this be muscle,from pillow sleep positions?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Possible, but....: I would be more concerned about the possibility or cervicsl comprtession neuritis orr nerve root compression. Please consult an orthopedic expert.

Dr Rhoads and 8 doctors agreed

Answered 1/30/2021

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A member asked:

Aching trap muscle and shoulder pain that goes into neck and head, and down arm.both sides sometimes. could this be muscle,from pillow sleep positions?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Rhoads and 8 doctors agreed

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