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Medical Conditions - Neck Stiffness

Neck stiffness causes difficulty in moving and soreness of the neck. The common causes are sleeping in a wrong position, injury to the neck, poor posture while sitting, keeping the neck in an awkward position for a long time, and any pathology in the cervical spine.

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I have a heavy neck and lifting head when lying is difficult. Please advise.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In my opinion, with the limited narration that you have provided to me in your query, I feel you have less stability in your core muscles.

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How do I treat burning pain between my shoulder blades?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The burning sensation in the upper back could be due to chronic bad posture and imbalance of the chest and back musculature strength.

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What could be the cause of neck cracks and pain?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Neck cracking could be due to bad posture loading your facet joint. So, while sleeping and otherwise, maintain good posture.

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What could be done to manage pain and stiffness in the neck?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Based on your description, it is unlikely that this is a simple sprain or strain.

Can prolonged neck stiffness be a cause of concern?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your query and concern. First, let me begin by saying how sorry I am to hear you are having a stiff neck.

What can be done to manage chronic neck pain and stiffness?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your X-ray (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

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How to manage cervical spine issues?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In all likelihood, it is not a heart attack. Neither your symptoms nor the investigations indicate a heart attack.

How to relieve neck stiffness?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your current issue is likely neck stiffness, specifically in the levator scapula muscle.

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What is the best sleeping position for neck spasm?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This appears like a muscle spasm.

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