NECK PAIN

NECK PAIN-this refers to pain felt in from the base of the head to upper part of the shoulder. The next is the most flexible part of the spine so it is most susceptible to injury. Neck pain can be caused by injury to the neck as in Whiplash injury that causes forced/extreme back and forth or side to side movement of the neck especially in case of road traffic accidents. Neck pain can also be caused by consistent bad posture of the neck especially at work. In the aging population, neck pain is often cause by degenerative changes in the spine- Cervical Spondylosis. Neck pain can also arise from tumor or other systemic conditions.

Acute neck pain can be managed by pain can be managed by application of Ice/Ice pack for 7minutes, gentle massage with a cold non-steroidal anti- inflammatory gel/cream, support with a rigid, semi-rigid or soft neck collar.

Apart from analgesics, Physiotherapy has a very significant role to play in pain relief, mobility/ strengthening of the neck muscles and ergonomic review of work station or home furniture for proper neck posture for Chronic neck pain.

Note: in case of rescuing fresh road traffic accident , domestic or occupational accident victims, the neck should be well supported, if possible with a collar during transportation.For further enquiries, book an appointment today.