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Is pushing on a major artery accidently very hard dangerous?
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Heart disease: I wouldn't make a habit of obstructing major arteries especially the carotids.
Answered 8/23/2013
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Avoid if you can: What's done is done and probably past but i wouldnt make a habit of it. Arteries can get injured like anywhere else, though they are more resilient at your age. When i get a massage i dont like to have the front of my neck rubbed because that's where the carotids are.
Answered 8/23/2013
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