Well I bent down for something like 2 days ago and my neck hurts really bad!! I cant turn it very well and it feels like twisted. Its realllly painful and I dont know what to do about it!!! What do you think?? Any suggestions?
2006-09-22 14:21:11 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
go to the chairopractor and get it checked out
2006-09-22 14:29:12 · answer #1 · answered by bun 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You describe a condition known as "Spasmodic Torticollis" (not to be confused with Congenital torticollis). This is caused by activation of myofascial trigger points in one or more muscles of the neck/shoulder, resulting in painful muscle spasms/contractures.
Usually an underlying condition of spinal subluxations predisposes your neck to this type of strain.
It would be wise to see a good Chiropractor for a proper spinal evaluation and treatment.
For this type of condition ice or moist heat may be helpful for temporary relief. (Moist heat is NOT contraindicated with myofascial pain syndromes - so it is fine to use it for a spasmodic torticollis condition.) Do not attempt to stretch or twist your neck - that can aggravate the trigger points if done incorrectly.
Moist heat or ice, rest the neck, and a good Chiropractic evaluation may offer you the best and longest lasting relief.
Best wishes and good luck.
2006-09-23 01:39:02 · answer #2 · answered by Doctor J 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may have pulled a muscle. Try alternating heat and ice. Put on heat for 20 minutes then wait 20 minutes and put on ice for 20 minutes. If it doesn't help you, may have pinched a nerve. If you get no relief after a day or two you should probably be evaluated by a Dr.
Good Luck, Hope you feel better!!!!!!!!
2006-09-22 21:26:22 · answer #3 · answered by Cindi R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put Camphor chapstick on neck with hotwater bottle. U can use a plastic drink bottle, fill it with hot water.
Remember to relax neck when bendin to pick up something
2006-09-22 22:08:51 · answer #4 · answered by sunflare63 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a chiropractor. Never use heat. Use a ice pack for 15 min at a time. Thats what my chirpractor t ells me all the time.
2006-09-22 22:08:55 · answer #5 · answered by rainofshadows20 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you most likely pulled a muscle in your neck...it can be VERY painful...just ice it or use a hot pad on it...for a few days take some advil (or whatever you like to use) and just relax...don't strain it anymore...and if it doesn't clear up call your physician
2006-09-22 21:25:50 · answer #6 · answered by ktay 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Definitely - Go to your family doctor. You could take advil for now for the pain -it will help with any inflammation -if there is any. When you see your family doctor - he/she will advise you what to do.
2006-09-22 21:30:01 · answer #7 · answered by yellow 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Quick! Go to the emergency room and ask for some Vicodin.
2006-09-22 21:29:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
TYLENOL OR ALEVE, AND MAYBE A COLD OR HOT PACK ON IT. IF THAT DOESN'T HELP IT YOU MAY NEED TO SEE A DOCTOR. GOOD LUCK
2006-09-22 21:26:49 · answer #9 · answered by Anna Z 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hmmm.... maybe you should go out for a massage... We have the same problem but massage works for me.... Hope it works for you too... (ee,)
2006-09-22 21:24:40 · answer #10 · answered by angelic shade 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋