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Tight upper back and neck muscles, what kind of health problems can this cause? also, is there a specific exercise to release the tension in the areas mentioned?

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Dr. Mark Galland answered

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Massage: Try seeing a massage therapist. They would be able to help decrease the tightness and pain through manual therapy and possibly evaluate the cause of your discomfort. Best of luck!

Dr Naghmi agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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A member asked:

Tight upper back and neck muscles, what kind of health problems can this cause? also, is there a specific exercise to release the tension in the areas mentioned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Galland answered

Dr Naghmi agreed

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