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Neck in spasm any suggestions to help the pain?

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Overseasmom100 · 15/03/2019 08:02

Either slept funny on it I think plus 2 days solid at work on the pc hasnt helped. Just one side but like an electric shock running through it every so often. Any advice I need to get rid of it asap

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Hollowvictory · 15/03/2019 08:05

Yes go to chiropractor ASAP you will be cured. Choose the best one in the area ask them to fit you in today as an emergency

Palominoo · 15/03/2019 08:07

Gentle stretch exercises might help.

Sit upright and imagine you are a puppet on a string and a string is being pulled up through your spine and out of the top of your head. Without moving your shoulders up, keep your face looking straight on but raise your head towards the ceiling.

When I had a trapped nerve in my neck after a whiplash injury from previous years, I had physio where my neck was put in traction and my head winched up.

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Overseasmom100 · 15/03/2019 08:37

Nah its not that bad..hoping it goes. Im moving around but will try exercises have got naxpon??? Sorry cant spell from a back spasm so will try that to help relax

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HoraceCope · 15/03/2019 08:38

diazepam and cocodamol?

RaleighChopper · 15/03/2019 08:43

I really wouldn't let a chiropractor anywhere near my neck. Agree with gentle stretches and anti inflammatories. If it doesnt improve, definitely go to the GP.

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Overseasmom100 · 15/03/2019 09:07

I am able to move about and the tabs are relaxing it. Def doing the puppet exercise as suggested. I would only go for treatment if it was still like this after a week!!!

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NiteFlights · 15/03/2019 09:32

Alexander Technique semi-supine position. If you google it you’ll get a better idea than I can give. 15 mins whenever you can. Otherwise, alternate hot and cold (hot water bottle/frozen peas), or if you have to be sitting up, a heat pack (wheat bag) helps as it can sit round your neck or on your shoulder. I used to get this regularly, painkillers never did much for it. Would recommend getting to an osteopath or chiropractor if you can, if it’s been going on for longer than a couple of days.

DarklyDreamingDexter · 15/03/2019 09:36

I had this the other day. Ibuprofen gel or better still Volterol gel really helps.

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Overseasmom100 · 15/03/2019 10:36

Ooo the volterol my dad has this will pinch abit

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Toddlerteaplease · 15/03/2019 11:47

Diazepam. Works like a charm. Except it makes me really sick. So can't take even a tiny dose. Sad

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