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It is painful when i lift my arm above my head?

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Painful arm movement: Is this a problem with the neck, neck nerves, or shoulder (muscles, tendon, ligaments, cartilage)? This would need to be determined from an in-person examination

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 9/13/2020

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