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What should i do to get past the pain of a shoulder muscle?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Get it evaluated: The first step is to determine the cause of the pain. Is it tendonitis, bursitis, a tear? See an orthopedist.

Answered 4/28/2013

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