Neck pain may be caused by an accident, an overuse injury, or a nerve problem in the spine. It may be constant or intermittent, mild or severe. And when your neck is hurting, it is hard to ignore. Chronic neck pain can affect how you sleep and even how well you function at work. The pain could have been aggravated in the first place by awkward sleep positions or a non-ergonomic workplace. It is recommended that neck pain after an accident should be evaluated as quickly as possible by a ... [Read More]
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Causes and Treatment of Neck Pain
Your neck – or, more specifically, your cervical spine – is an intricate and relatively fragile network of bones, muscles, joints, and nerves susceptible to occasional stress and strain. Although the pain may be felt in the neck itself, it is often due to a back problem. Also, the pain may radiate from the neck to the shoulders or down your arms and can be dull and achy, sore and tender, or sharp and stabbing, making it difficult to turn or bend your head. There are numerous causes of neck ... [Read More]
Treatment Options for Migraines and Head Pain
Ask anyone who’s ever had one – there are all sorts of headaches – tension headaches, sinus headaches … and then, there are migraines. Whereas most headaches vary in intensity and can be relieved with aspirin, ibuprofen, or other medication, migraines are more intense, and entirely different beast than normal headaches, often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light. But the more you know about migraines and head pain, the better you’ll be able to manage or even prevent ... [Read More]
