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Forever Young: Simple Steps to Keep Neck Pain, Muscle Aches and More Away

Strength and mobility might take a back seat for some as they age, but experts say these simple steps can help keep neck pain, muscle aches and more away.

Using a neck collar for short periods can rest painful muscles and tissues and ease discomfort. As Dr. Robert Shmerling, a rheu­matologist at Harvard Medical School points out: “Collars have a bad reputation from people over­ using them and getting weak muscles, but used a few hours here and there, they can be very useful.” “A foam roller, or Styrofoam cylinder, may help you reduce pain, tender spots and stiffness in your neck and upper back,” explains Veritas Health.

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