Stiff Neck

Stiff Neck is a pain in the neck area or medically known as cervicalgia it is a common problem. Any person for some point in his or her lives can experience stiff neck. It can be chronic that last for weeks or just a sudden occurrence.

Most of stiff neck 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 of Stiff Neck

• Stiffness
• Pain in the neck either sharp or dull

Causes of Stiff Neck

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

Treatment for Stiff Neck

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 for Stiff neck

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