Can neck pain be a sign of something serious?
Neck pain can be serious, but not often. Most neck pain is caused by musculoskeletal conditions, followed by neurological conditions, and most rarely, an infection, tumor or autoimmune condition. Neck pain affects about 10 to 20 percent of adults and can have numerous causes
How can I relieve my neck pain?
If you have minor neck pain or stiffness, take these simple steps to relieve it:
- Apply ice for the first few days. ...
- Take OTC pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
- Take a few days off from sports, activities that aggravate your symptoms, and heavy lifting. ...
- Exercise your neck every day. ...
- Use good posture.
What is neck pain a symptom of?
Neck pain usually involves one or more of the following symptoms and signs:
- Stiff neck. Soreness and difficulty moving the neck, especially when trying to turn the head from side to side. ...
- Sharp pain. ...
- General soreness. ...
- Radicular pain. ...
- Cervical radiculopathy. ...
- Trouble with gripping or lifting objects. ...
- Headaches.
