The neck is the most mobile part of the spine. The neck is made up of 7 vertebrae, the first 2 of which provide the movement of the head.
Where the neck is less mobile, pain can be more intense.
Neck pain should be known as a symptom, not a disease. It affects many people in general, and more and more people suffer from it as they get older. The symptoms are mild and can go away in a few days without treatment. Neck problems can be caused by many things. It can be caused by poor posture, a viral infection, herniated discs or it can be psychological e.g. depression, nervous tension.
Although neuritis can have a number of symptoms, these can vary depending on the cause of the inflammation and which cervical nerves are affected. Nevertheless, there are some characteristic symptoms that, when they occur together, may give more reason to suspect nerve inflammation. Symptoms of cervical neuritis may include: numbness, muscle twitching, limited movement, loss of sensation, pain, weakness.
Nerve inflammation can be distinguished by the part of the body where it occurs. These can be the feet, spine, hands, face and eyes. If it is neck pain, it is very often cervical spine pain, which may also mean that it is spinal neuritis. In the case of spinal neuritis, there is often back pain, neck pain and even weakness in the arms. So the pain may be widespread, and the exact source or cause may not even be apparent.
Neck pain can be chronic or acute. It can also cause neck nerve damage. Symptoms of neck pain include difficulty speaking, stiffness and redness of the face. Tearing and rapid heart rate are also common during nerve entrapment attacks.
Acute neck pain can be caused by a coldness of the neck which can cause draughts. Cooling of the skin and muscles may also cause muscle tension. Poor posture can be a big cause of neck pain. Sleeping on a high pillow is also a bad idea, as it can cause temporary neck pain or stiffness. A lot of sedentary work is not good either, in which case you should take a break every 1-2 hours. Symptoms of neck muscle inflammation may include: throbbing and pulsating pain in the back of the head or in the temples. There may also be numbness, weakness or poor coordination in the limbs.
There can be several reasons for this, such as stiff muscles or cartilage wear, but there can also be other serious diseases.
Pain due to muscle stiffness can be caused by improper posture when sitting or lying down. Mental problems may also be involved as well as severe physical strain.
Draughts can also be extremely irritating to the nerves in the skin, which can cause an uncomfortable feeling of tightness. Many people believe that drafts can cause inflammation of the nerves. This is not entirely true, as it is not caused by the draught but by the prolonged cold. So this is something to be very careful of.
There are also respiratory illnesses such as colds and flu that can cause muscle aches and pains. Sudden movement can cause muscle strain, which is quite common in the neck.
In many cases, problems can be caused by damage, inflammation or wear of the discs between the vertebrae in the neck. The intervertebral discs can also become damaged, worn and inflamed. However, such accidents usually occur in car accidents and motorcycle accidents.
Other causes may include osteoporosis, scoliosis, other rheumatic diseases or even meningitis.
There are also cases where the cervical vertebrae unfortunately develop with an abnormality, such as Klippel-Feil syndrome where the vertebrae are completely or partially fused.
Every time the head is moved, the muscles, joints and ligaments in the neck are put under great strain.
This strain usually occurs during work or sleep. Because we tilt our head slightly forward when we work, the muscles in the neck are constantly pulled. The head is quite heavy for its size and if it is not held in a natural position, many times the pressure is put on the spine. Stress also contributes to the increase in pain.
In many cases the pain will just go away on its own in a few days. However, treatment for cervical neuritis may also be necessary to help it go away as quickly as possible.
Gentle, gentle stretching can relieve pain and tightness. A little massage or a warm water shower can also help the problem area. If the pain persists for more than a few weeks, it is worth consulting a doctor.
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