There may have been times when you’ve heard random pops or cracks in your neck when suddenly turning your head, or you might have woken up on occasion with a stiff neck, and when you turn to one side you […]
Back pain may be the most common reason for doctors’ visits in the United States, but neck pain isn’t far behind. A common cause of cervical spine pain is a sprain involving one or more of the ligaments and related […]
A strain occurs when a muscle is overstretched repeatedly. Strains can affect any muscle, but it’s usually something that happens more often in the neck. The resulting soft tissue damage, while often painful and distracting, is usually only a temporary […]
The 33 bones of your spine are a complex mix of nerves, joints, and soft tissues. Most of the time, these parts work well together to complete various movements. It’s only when something’s not quite right that the importance of […]
Characterized by soreness and pain triggered by movement, neck stiffness is a fairly common complaint. In most instances, this type of neck pain is a temporary inconvenience not related to a serious medical condition. Knowing what triggers to avoid, or […]
The 7 bones of the cervical spine (neck) and the muscles that support it can be a source of discomfort that’s temporary and mild or persistent and severe. Most people actually experience the former rather than the latter. Even so, […]
Affecting more than 75 million Americans at any given time, chronic pain can have a noticeable impact on mood the longer it stays around. Though initial treatment efforts like pain medications and physical therapy can be beneficial, new research suggests […]
Knowing most instances of neck pain are due to some type of muscle strain won’t do much to make a “kink” any less distracting. The resulting discomfort can range from a mild annoyance to a sensation that’s persistent and painful. […]
Traveling could be another source of discomfort for you if you’re already living with back pain. The main reason for this is because sitting in one position is often part of the travel experience as you go from here to […]