Neck Pain
Neck pain is very common complaint of patients visiting orthopedic clinics. People doing work with improper posture (e.g., leaning in front of computer) or carrying weight overhead (e.g., Farmer, construction worker) develops neck pain frequently.
Symptoms
. Pain in neck region – this is commonest symptom. Dull achy pain is usually present in neck, upper part of back. Pain radiating from neck to arm, or hand can be seen.
. Muscle tightness and spasm
. Difficulty in moving head
. Numbness or tingling sensation in arm, forearm or hand
. Weakness or decreased power of hand
Causes
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- . Muscle strain
- . Degenerative disc disease
- . Injuries
- . Diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis
Prevention
Most of neck pains are associated with poor posture while working and Age related degeneration.
- Correction of posture while working – preferable to sit upright
- Adjust position of desk, computer, and chair as per your height and maintain ergonomic posture.
- Adequate breaks at regular interval –while working for long hours or while travelling
- Avoiding lifting weight over head or shoulder
- Sleeping in appropriate posture
- Minimize use of smart phones
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