Neck Pain

Neck pain or cervicalgia is a common problem. Anyone for some point in his or her lives can experience neck pain. It can be chronic that last for weeks or just a sudden occurrence.

Most of neck pain are not serious it maybe caused by bad posture while at work. If neck pain prevents anyone to move freely and became a hindrance in everyday activities, an immediate medical action must be made.

Symptoms

• Stiffness
• Pain in the neck either sharp or dull

Causes

• Muscle strains
• Worn joints
• Disk disorders
• Injuries or traumas

Treatment

Heat and Cold Compress:
Reduce inflammation by applying cold, such as an ice pack or ice wrapped in a towel, for up to 20 minutes several times a day. Alternate the cold treatment with heat.

Pineapple:
Eat raw pineapple, its helps in reducing the pain and swelling

Turmeric Powder:
Put one-half teaspoon of turmeric powder with warm water twice a day.

Turmeric Juice:
Put one teaspoon in hot milk, drink before bedtime, it helps reducing pain

Almond and garlic oil:
Apply topically, massage evenly in affected area

Anti-Pain Ointments:
OTC ointments can help reducing pain, use as directed

Lime:
Make a paste by combining one teaspoon of lime powder and one teaspoon of honey and apply in the affected area.

Cabbage:
Warm the outer leaves of a cabbage in hot water and bandage around the sprain using a piece of cloth to hold in place.

Salt:
Put a salt in a piece of cloth and tie the piece of cloth around your neck. The salt must be in neck area

Prevention

• Take frequent breaks if you drive long distances or work long hours
• Adjust your desk computer monitor must be at eye level
• Avoid tucking the phone between your ear and shoulder when you talk.
• Stretch frequently if you work at a desk..
• Avoid sleeping on your stomach. This position puts stress on your neck