We spend more and more time in front of the computer screen, more and more time staring at the screen of our smart phone. No wonder more and more people are suffering from recurring neck pain.
We say: “My neck is stiff!” Let’s see what we can do about it!
Rigid neck posture can be caused by cold, overwork, draughts, poor posture, stress, anxiety or psychological reasons. It starts as a sharp, stabbing pain, then becomes dull, and is worse when you move around.
How can neck pain be avoided?
During your usual activities, first of all, make sure that you do not keep your neck in the same position for a long time! Adjust the computer monitor so that it is comfortable for your neck, sitting with your back straight in front of it. Also, when using a smart phone or driving a car, take a break from time to time so that your neck is not bent forward for long periods of time. Painful tightness in the neck muscles can also develop during sleep. All it takes is an inappropriate mattress that’s too saggy, too soft, too high or even too flat. Sleeping position also affects the onset of neck pain. Neck muscle spasm is most common in people lying on their stomach. Use a proper neck pillow to sleep on!
Some solutions to eliminate neck pain:
Gently massaging the neck muscle.
Gently massage the neck muscles gently.
A warm scarf or a warm shower on the painful area is also suitable, as is warmth to relax spasming muscles.
Deficiencies of certain minerals (e.g. calcium, magnesium) can also contribute to the spasticity of neck muscles. Supplementing with these can also help to relieve symptoms.
Regular physiotherapy is needed for recurrent neck problems.
Some simple exercises to avoid painful tightness in the neck muscles:
Put your hands to your head, press them against the headrest of the car and hold them there for 30 seconds.
Do ten shoulder circles forwards and the same number backwards.
Slowly bring your head to your shoulder ten times on each side.
Many people ask the question “What should I do if my neck is stiff”, so let’s see what to do!
If you suddenly have a stiff neck for no reason, the first thing to do is to try to relax and not move around too much. When dealing with a stiff neck, try to position your head and neck comfortably and avoid any movement that could cause pain. If the pain does not go away and you cannot move your neck, you should see a doctor to make sure there is no more serious problem. If the pain eases but persists days later, it is still worth seeing a doctor to make sure there is no damage to the neck.
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