Neck Pain Problem
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Introduction to Neck Pain
Neck pain is a common problem, with two-thirds of the population having neck pain at some point in their lives. Pain located in the neck usually at the back or sides.
Your neck and shoulders contain muscles, bones, nerves, arteries, and veins, as well as many ligaments and other supporting structures. Many conditions can cause pain in the neck and shoulder area.
What causes a neck pain?
Neck pain can come from a number of disorders and diseases of any tissues in the neck, such as degenerative disc disease, neck strain, whiplash, a herniated disc, or a pinched nerve.
Neck pain is mainly caused by restricted movement of the neck and awkward postures. It is also caused by physical trauma including cervical disk dislocation, disk herniation, whiplash, and accidents causing injuries to the head and neck area. Moreover, infections generally located in the cervical area causes lymph nodes to swell resulting to neck pain. Poor body posture such as neck slouching, extending the neck for long periods of time, and even bad sleeping position may also result to neck pain.
Symptoms of Neck Pain?
Neck pain is usually characterized by a dull radiating pain in the neck and back portion of the cervical area. In some cases, the pain aggravates with continuous movement of the neck. Minor symptoms related to neck pain include difficulty in swallowing, swollen lymph nodes numbness, tingling sensation in the neck, stiff, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Other symptoms include spondylosis, nerve pinching, body weakness, and activity intolerance mainly concerning the neck area and extremities.
How are neck pain treated?
Neck pain tretment depends on its precise cause. Treatment options include rest, heat/ice applications, traction, soft collar, traction, physical therapy (ultrasound, massage, manipulation), local injections of cortisone or anesthetics, topical anesthetic creams, topical pain patches, muscle relaxants, analgesics, and surgical procedures.
Most cases of simple neck pain respond well with adequate rest, intake of pain relievers, and application of heat through hot water or heating bag. If the pain persists or becomes acute, it is advised to see a physician immediately.
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