Sam Bhide
Mar 27, 20231 min
Neck aka cervical spine is starting point of vertebral column surrounded by muscles , ligaments and joints between 7 vertebrae as shown here
π€Neck pain can arise due to number of reasons this post is discussing only pain related to muscles, bones and joints.
πββοΈOur head weighs about 8-10 pounds and the neck muscles are constantly moving , protecting , stabilising this weight.
π‘Neck pain can arise from
ππΌLack of movement - day to day life
ππΌLack of strength - no strength exercises
ππΌLack of flexibility in muscles - no stretches
ππΌOveruse or underuse.
ππΌAnxiety , Depression , stress related issues
ππΌOsteoarthritis of cervical vertebrae
ππΌPoor workstation or desk set up at work
π€Muscles around the neck can be tight or weak however not everyone has neck pain
π€So what can we do to improve this pain coming from mechanical (muscles , bones and joints related ) causes
β€οΈβπ©ΉTreatment
ππΌ Good sleeping position with a supportive pillow
ππΌNeck and upper body stretches
ππΌNeck and upper body strengthening exercises
ππΌ Topical and oral over the counter medications for pain relief if allowed
ππΌGood workstation and frequent breaks if sitting for long time
βοΈEnsure there is no pain going down the arms , no weakness or headaches that do not settle with exercises and medication
π²Contact us for more advice , information and treatment
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