A neck sprain results from a stretched ligament or muscle in the neck. It can occur without any obvious injury. Often the most common cause of a neck sprain is sudden impact by any heavy object or snapping or turning of the neck quickly.
One should not be worried about an acute neck sprain. It easily recovers on its own even without any intake of medicines.
It is often known as a āwhiplash injury’.
Initial treatment for neck strains can be performed at home, which includes improving sleeping and working postures, sleeping on a suitable pillow, activity modification, heat and ice therapy, and taking over-the-counter medicines. (note: it is advisable to contact a doctor before trying out the medications)
For neck strains that donāt resolve after a few days on their own, therapies like physical therapies, and massage therapies are performed.
Sprains are generally not caused due to obvious reasons. But it can result due to specific side effects.
Wrong sleeping postures or sleeping with a pillow that is high and firm.
The quick snapping of the neck.
Carrying heavy objects on one shoulder or one side of the body.
Trauma can often result in stiffness of the neck and its movement.
An extended period in an improper position.
Working out in the wrong postures.
Collision or fall.
Injury
Repetitive strain injury in the same region.
Surgery
Side effects of bone fracture.
The common and most widely seen symptoms are listed below:
Immediate effects are dizziness, ringing in the ear, and fatigue.
Pain in the back of the neck.
The pain often spreads to the shoulder and increases as the neck is moved.
Difficulty in moving and rotating the head.
Stiffness and numbness in and around the neck.
Numbness in the hands and arms.
Discomfort and increased irritability.
Restricted movement range.
Weakness of the region in and around the neck.
Often swelling in the neck region.
Please Note:Ā The above-mentioned exercises are effective in most cases. It is advisable to contact your doctor before doing any exercises.
While doing the exercises, the patient must remember that they should move their neck as much as the sprain allows. Forced movement may lead to more soring.
1. To stay active: complete bed rest can cause more harm. So, it is better to be physically active and to indulge in light tasks. It is recommendable to avoid heavy tasks like lifting heavy weights, carrying heavy bags, etc.
2. Starting slowly: when starting any new activity or sport, the process should be taken slowly and shouldnāt be thought to be achieved in one single go. Muscle strength builds up gradually, and performing it at a manageable pace will ensure safety.
3. Focusing on postures: focusing on working, sleeping, walking, and eating postures.
4. Taking breaks: taking breaks between repetitive activities or strenuous tasks.
5. Getting a good sleep: getting good sleep in proper posture on a low pillow can help in faster recovery.
6. Gentle exercises: doing gentle neck exercises can help it to recover faster. One should remember that they shouldnāt put extra pressure that they cannot bear. Or else, it will cause more harm to the already strained region.
It nearly takes about a week or two to recover from the sprain if properly treated. Also, the period of recovery can vary from person to person. It depends on many factors like how active they were, the extent of the sprain, what lifestyle they are leading, diet, sleeping schedule, working environment, and many more.
If the pain doesnāt go away even after taking medications, one should surely contact their doctor or can book a consultation with us at resolve360 for further examinations. Also, returning quickly to normal daily activities from a neck strain can increase the risk of getting it again. Sufficient recovery time should be given to rejuvenate the strained muscles.
One can also browse youtube and see certain videos to know better what they are going through and what can be done, which will benefit the neck sprain.
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Disclaimer: The above-mentioned remedies and medicines; are over the counter medicines and are effective in most cases. It is advisable to contact your doctor before taking any medications.
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