Neck Pain

pisdapisda79 · Jul 14th, 2008, 02:12 PM

I've been recently experiencing major neck pain, any tips other than getting a massage that people have to help ease the pain?

girliceclimber · Jul 14th, 2008, 04:17 PM

Is this a new or a recurring problem? Try to think about the position you sleep in, the way you sit (especially at the computer), etc. If it really is bothering you, though, you should see a doctor, since neck pain can be quite serious and painful.

Schmodi · Jul 14th, 2008, 06:23 PM

I'm having the same issue with my neck/shoulder. Turns out I have scar tissue on my muscle. Massages are a wonderful idea since they have health benefits. I have to get deep tissue in my area.

meluvs2shop · Jul 14th, 2008, 06:39 PM

i sometimes get severe neck & shoulder pain. sometimes i have no control over my body b/c the slightest movement can set me back a few days and i'm in dire pain.

recently i changed my pillows. i use to sleep with two fluffy/soft pillows...no more.
now i use one relatively flat yet soft pillow. it took some getting use to at first but it's worked wonders.

Schmodi · Jul 14th, 2008, 08:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by meluvs2shop

i sometimes get severe neck & shoulder pain. sometimes i have no control over my body b/c the slightest movement can set me back a few days and i'm in dire pain.

recently i changed my pillows. i use to sleep with two fluffy/soft pillows...no more.
now i use one relatively flat yet soft pillow. it took some getting use to at first but it's worked wonders.

Pillows are a good start. I have a memory foam mattress and pillow and that really seemed to help me sleep and my neck pain I used to have.

Mustlovedogs · Jul 15th, 2008, 10:32 AM

I have found that Active Release Techniques work well for my neck issues. It breaks up the fascia or scar tissue in the muscle. When it gets really bad I do Lidocaine and Botox injections when it's unbearable I get an Epidural (I have serious issues). That being said, what might help you is a home traction unit. I use one and it's great but if that is not an option try this: lay on your back on the bed and simply lay your head off the edge of the bed backwards. Do this daily until you can rest there comfortably for 10 minutes. My doctor had me do that before I had my traction unit and it helps. I still do it when I watch TV at night.....he-he...cuz it really feels great!!!

juneping · Jul 15th, 2008, 12:33 PM

i feel for you. it happened to me a few times before and one time it was too painful...i had to see a doc. i did the acupuncture and it helped a little bit.
try take a hot bath w/ your neck immence in the water, if you can put some muscle relaxor in it...even better.
the neck pain usually caused by stress....feel better!!

bridurkin · Jul 15th, 2008, 04:23 PM

The chiropractor is the only person I have found who helps with my neck pain.

moi et mes sacs · Jul 15th, 2008, 06:25 PM

Its horrible, I sometimes get it. If tis not severe a nice hot bath helps. But if it carries on I would see the doctor.

twin53 · Jul 15th, 2008, 07:57 PM

my 19 y/o son swears by his memory foam tempur-pedic neck pillow. since he's had one he hasn't complained of neck aches. i even bought him one for his college dorm.

Schmodi · Jul 15th, 2008, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by bridurkin

The chiropractor is the only person I have found who helps with my neck pain.

I'm going tomorrow for my scar tissue issue. Sort of nervous, but I'll try this before acupuncture.

runner1 · Jul 15th, 2008, 10:51 PM

I'm sorry to hear about your neck pain. I had neck pain for several weeks, which I learned came from how I sit at my computer. I changed my chair, so I sit lower, and moved the computer over a few inches. My neck pain disappeared within a couple of days. A friend at work mentioned that making the text bigger on her computer screen helped her neck pain go away. I hope you find the cause and feel better soon.

boxermom · Jul 16th, 2008, 11:55 AM

I had severe neck pain from a car accident. MD's said they couldn't do anything. When I couldn't take it anymore, I went to a great chiropractor and within a few weeks I felt almost good as new. My visits are less often now, but to keep good range-of-motion I get adjustments.

Jul 14th, 2008, 02:12 PM	#1
pisdapisda79 Member Joined: Jan 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 1,976	Neck Pain I've been recently experiencing major neck pain, any tips other than getting a massage that people have to help ease the pain?

Jul 14th, 2008, 06:23 PM	#3
Schmodi Member Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Greater San Diego Posts: 1,899	I'm having the same issue with my neck/shoulder. Turns out I have scar tissue on my muscle. Massages are a wonderful idea since they have health benefits. I have to get deep tissue in my area. __________________

Jul 15th, 2008, 10:32 AM	#6
Mustlovedogs The Cut N Curl Girl Joined: Apr 2007 Location: Lost Wages......babeeey! Posts: 301	I have found that Active Release Techniques work well for my neck issues. It breaks up the fascia or scar tissue in the muscle. When it gets really bad I do Lidocaine and Botox injections when it's unbearable I get an Epidural (I have serious issues). That being said, what might help you is a home traction unit. I use one and it's great but if that is not an option try this: lay on your back on the bed and simply lay your head off the edge of the bed backwards. Do this daily until you can rest there comfortably for 10 minutes. My doctor had me do that before I had my traction unit and it helps. I still do it when I watch TV at night.....he-he...cuz it really feels great!!! __________________ "I lost my virginity, but I still have the box it came in." "Tact is for people who aren't witty enough to be sarcastic!"

Jul 15th, 2008, 12:33 PM	#7
juneping couch potato-ing Joined: Jun 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 1,562	i feel for you. it happened to me a few times before and one time it was too painful...i had to see a doc. i did the acupuncture and it helped a little bit. try take a hot bath w/ your neck immence in the water, if you can put some muscle relaxor in it...even better. the neck pain usually caused by stress....feel better!! __________________ wish list: purse ban until the cc is paid off

Jul 15th, 2008, 06:25 PM	#9
moi et mes sacs Member Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 3,373	Its horrible, I sometimes get it. If tis not severe a nice hot bath helps. But if it carries on I would see the doctor. __________________ I got my studded Nightingale!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jul 14th, 2008, 04:17 PM	#2
girliceclimber Member Joined: Oct 2006 Location: LA/SF Posts: 678	Is this a new or a recurring problem? Try to think about the position you sleep in, the way you sit (especially at the computer), etc. If it really is bothering you, though, you should see a doctor, since neck pain can be quite serious and painful.

Jul 14th, 2008, 06:39 PM	#4
meluvs2shop mi isla Joined: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,193	i sometimes get severe neck & shoulder pain. sometimes i have no control over my body b/c the slightest movement can set me back a few days and i'm in dire pain. recently i changed my pillows. i use to sleep with two fluffy/soft pillows...no more. now i use one relatively flat yet soft pillow. it took some getting use to at first but it's worked wonders.

Jul 15th, 2008, 04:23 PM	#8
bridurkin bcc Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 87	The chiropractor is the only person I have found who helps with my neck pain.

Jul 15th, 2008, 07:57 PM	#10
twin53 Member Joined: Jan 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 2,264	my 19 y/o son swears by his memory foam tempur-pedic neck pillow. since he's had one he hasn't complained of neck aches. i even bought him one for his college dorm.

Jul 15th, 2008, 10:51 PM	#12
runner1 Member Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 81	I'm sorry to hear about your neck pain. I had neck pain for several weeks, which I learned came from how I sit at my computer. I changed my chair, so I sit lower, and moved the computer over a few inches. My neck pain disappeared within a couple of days. A friend at work mentioned that making the text bigger on her computer screen helped her neck pain go away. I hope you find the cause and feel better soon.

Jul 16th, 2008, 11:55 AM	#13
boxermom Member Joined: Aug 2006 Location: North Carolina Posts: 9,213	I had severe neck pain from a car accident. MD's said they couldn't do anything. When I couldn't take it anymore, I went to a great chiropractor and within a few weeks I felt almost good as new. My visits are less often now, but to keep good range-of-motion I get adjustments.