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Neck and shoulder pain
Hi All,
I have pain below neck back side and and shoulder pain as well from few days ..
I am working in IT. I tried different positions for sleeping and tried to make comfort as much as I can.
But still pain is not going..
Please suggest
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Based on the description given the issue looks like acute pain it's better to consult an expert and get yourself assessed. It seems to be a muscular pain that might have occurred due to improper sleeping patterns, sitting patterns, or working strategy small modifications and corrections in these things can yield better results
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consult a qualified physiotherapist
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you can start using ergonomic modification that well suits you
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Posture corrections must and stretching exercise of neck and full spine
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Visit nearby senior physiotherapist and do myocardial trigger release, ict , ift ,us it will be solved
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Start moderate full-body workouts. Use an ice pack for temporary relief.
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Consult me for in depth information.
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This is a very common problem in IT professionals. Due to a lot of screen on time and constant laptop posture, You neck muscles get tired and start giving you pain. This needs to be checked by a physiotherapist and you need to be taught Ergonomics so that it does not occur again and again. Root cause is at your workplace, So I would recommend to work on the root cause rather than just applying some ointment or ice to feel better temporarily. Take Care👍
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Apply ice pack for 15 mins
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Take rest
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Take a normal cotton pillow.
And sleep in correct posture supine that is straight.
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You need an online consultation for best diagnosis and treatment.
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Maybe myofacial pain.taught band formation.
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Moist heat compression.
isometric neck exercise.
ergonomic design chair and table.
reduce your stress.
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Since you are working in IT. You must be having a habit of sitting for long time in one position . Because of that your neck and upper back muscles go into fatigue... And becomes stiff and causes postural pain. So my opinion for you is correction of posture in the following way-
Avoid the long sitting in one posture,
Frequent position change,
Sit with upper back and neck support for sometime,
Avoid forward neck posture.,
Your neck should be in neutral position while sleeping in any posture, for example if you sleep in supine position avoid big size pillow.. Only the size which keep your neck straight, whereas in side posture.. Take big size pillow to keep the neck straight.
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You can call me if you want live demo of everything I told
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Show me investigation if you got anything
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Proper posture is important to avoid pains, you might have compression of nerve root which is giving you radiating pain.
Do apply hot pack twice a day, stretching exercises every morning will be helpfull.
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Drink plenty of water and do some posture exercises and follow proper ergonomics as well
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Take care of your posture. It matters a lot. Hot fomentation twice a day. Apply any muscle relaxant gel. You may need electro therapy.
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Consult online for best treatment plan( muscle strengthening)
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This can be a cause of cervical spondylitis OT any compression in your cervical region.
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kindly do follow a full physical examination of your neck and back nerve and muscle by any physio or occupational therapist
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Mr. Chinna Kondaiah Ballekuri (PT)
Physiotherapist
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It is cervical strain caused by muscle weakness due to prolonged sitting
For pain relief use Electrotherapy modalities like Ultrasound and IFT
If there is swelling use cold application/ if there is no swelling Use Hot pack Application for 10-15 mins 2-3 times a day
Apply pain relief ointment for 3-4 times a day
Start Neck Strengthening Exercises
Neck and Shoulder Stretching Exercises
Neck and Shoulder Strengthening Exercises
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Visit Nearest Physiotherapy clinic for complete assessment and treatment
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Maintaine Ergonomic posture while working in front of a computer
Use small/ thin pillow for sleeping
Use flat / hard bed for sleeping
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Dr. Ingelala Uma (PT)
Physiotherapist
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Nellore
Due to ur mode of work prolong sitting with out maintaining a posture which might have caused the neck and upper back pain.
Visit nearby physiotherapy clinic for proper assessment and treatment take electrical modalities treatment to reduce pain and inflammation.start doing strengthing exercises to ur neck.maintain proper posture and Ergonomics
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