Neck Pain
What is neck pain?
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Neck pain and stiffness is common in people of all ages. 2 out of 3 of us will experience neck pain at some point.
Reasons for neck pain can include:
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Poor sitting posture
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Static postures
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Stress
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Unusual activity e.g painting ceiling
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Serious neck conditions are rare. Neck pain is usually as a result of stiff joints or tight muscles which do not require an investigation e.g X-ray / scan.
The good news is, making simple changes to your daily activities can have a big impact on your neck pain.
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When should I seek urgent help?
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Usually rare, but sometimes the nerves in the neck can become overly irritated. You should seek medical help if:
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Unexplained arm weakness in one or both arms or even legs.
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Weakness, pins & needles or numbness into the legs or arms.
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Finding it difficult for you to use your hands for tasks such as picking up coins, buttoning a shirt or gripping
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Experiencing a loss of balance or co-ordination when walking.
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Decreasing control of your bladder and bowels. Including difficulty starting the flow of urine or fully emptying the bladder
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Erectile dysfunction
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Dizziness, vomiting or blackout associated with neck movements
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Avoiding Neck pain
