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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Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33-year-old active female. A few days ago I went for a bike ride on a cold morning and I felt pain and stiffness in my neck. It got better in four days so I went for a freestyle swim. It did not hurt after the swim but by the next day, I was motionless. I did my best to stretch... Read Full »
Answer: 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. Since you are still experiencing issues since ten weeks after your initial injury, it is unlikely that your pain will go away on its own. I would suggest... Read Full »
I have been having a stiff neck for about more than a year. Could it be due to something serious?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 19-year-old female weighing 135 lbs, and my height is 4 feet. I have been having a stiff neck for about more than a year, and I am afraid it could be something serious. I have had this issue for over a year. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: 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. Now to answer your question, I would need more information. How long has it been happening? Can you touch your chin to your chest? Can you bend your ... Read Full »