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Pinched Nerve in Shoulder Symptoms

What are the symptoms of a pinched nerve in the shoulder?

June 2nd, 2020

Never heard of radiculopathy? That’s not very surprising since this term is used by medical professionals. To the average person, radiculopathy is known as a pinched nerve.  Pinched nerves can often occur in the neck, and they often cause issues in the shoulder. Cervical radiculopathy (CR) isn’t as common as lumbar radiculopathy. However, research shows

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How to Stop Muscle Spasms in Back

Two stretches that can help stop muscle spasms in the back

June 1st, 2020

Lots of people have had muscle spasms, but they might not have realized it. Muscle spasms occur when muscles involuntarily and suddenly contract. A long-lasting muscle spasm is called a cramp.  Cramps are an issue that affect many people, and it’s estimated that about 6% of Americans have nocturnal leg cramps. Muscle spasms and cramps

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How to Get Rid of a Kink in Your Neck

Four tips from a physical therapist on how to get rid of a kink in your neck

March 8th, 2020

We’ve all woken up with a “kink” in our neck after sleeping in a strange position or in a different bed. For most people, this passes after a short period of time and with minimal treatment, typically resulting in nothing more than a minor inconvenience. For others, though, these pains can become a recurring issue

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