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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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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!
Answered 12/9/2013
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