A direct blow to the area above the clavicle may force the edge of the shoulder pad into the side of the neck. Generally, athletes should not be involved in competition if they are experiencing the symptoms of stingers. Additionally, active assisted exercise of the neck and shoulder can be performed. Finally, muscles surrounding other joints such as the elbow and wrist should not be ignored. Preventing burners is as important as the proper treatment of burners.
Poor technique can predispose one to experiencing a burner.
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