Sorry, I can't read the rest, typed in "yellow" but my question is, have you seen an orthepeadic (sp?) doc about this?
I used to get neck problems, now just every few years rotator cuff problems, last one took 7 monts of Physical Therapy and of course, at home exercises
I haven't read your previous posts so if this question has been asked already, just pass this by.
PT (physical therapy) can help, providing the doc has written the proper prescription for the physical therapist to follow with you. I feel for you, I have had so many past neck problems, sciatic nerve problems and then rotator cuff problems, the pain and stiffness is a b i t c h.
One time I even had to have a soft neck collar for my neck, and therapy for it.
I hope you will soon be getting some relief.

Take care,
DE

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