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During football practice i hit someone and i felt my shoulder as if something snapped, like a muscle. i would feel it every now and then. any ideas?

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Get it evaluated: There are be several causes of shoulder pain after trauma. See an orthopedist to determine what causes your shoulder symptoms.

Answered 9/16/2013

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