Question 1

how often should you lift weights if neck stiff?

Accepted Answer

I wouldn't: If your neck is stiff from sore muscles, i'd give it a rest until it's better. If your neck is stiff from infection (usually with high fever), i'd seek immediate medical help for a potentially life threatening condition.

Question 2

hello! i have stiff neck and shoulders due to a mix of really bad posture and bad anxiety. i've have been to an orthopedic and that was his diagnoses. today i started exercising and i wanted to know if i should lift weights.

Accepted Answer

Exercise!: Exercise, especially cardio, will help reduce pain and can also relieve some anxiety.  You may lift weights, but do so carefully and safely.  Having a friend or instructor guide you is a good idea, as is starting small.  Congratulations on getting started with exercise.

Question 3

what is the cause of stiffness neck in meningitis ?

Accepted Answer

Neck stiffness: Because of inflammation the nerves are irritated and that results in severe muscle spasm and neck stiffness

Question 4

i have neck arthritus are their certain exercises to eleviate stiffness?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but as directed: Neck strengthening, range of motion and stretching are all important. However, these should be appropriate and not haphazard. Ask your primary to send you to physical therapy for a few sessions to teach you a home exercise program. If you have ben cleared, here is a site with some decent exercises:
http://www.Spine-health.Com/conditions/neck-pain/neck-stretches.

Question 5

my mother has neck stiffness, what should i do for her?

Accepted Answer

Many : From just sleeping the right way (small flat pillow) & avoid prolonged positioning or an awkward one or overuse of the muscles with some activity to name a few.  Treatment can be otc medication, heat applications and stretching while in a hot shower to avoiding activities that may aggravate your symptoms .  If a smoker stop & if a couch potato, consider regular exercise.  Massage may help as well.

Question 6

i have neck stiffness what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Heat, exercise: If you have a fever over 102º and neck is very stiff, see doc at once; you may have meningitis. If temp is normal, apply moist heat to neck & shoulders; gently exercise the neck in all directions; massage may help relax muscles; osteopathic manipulation can relax muscles & correct spinal "lesions". Use nsaids (advil/motrin/etc if stomach tolerates them & you're not on a blood thinner) for pain.

Question 7

best way to relieve severe neck stiffness?

Accepted Answer

Neck stiffness: Massage, heat, ice, traction all help. Using a cervical support pillow. Tylenol (acetaminophen) or over the counter antiinflammatory meds can help. Also topical cream and gels may provide some relief. Ultimately range of motion exercises are best for stiffness.

Question 8

i have severe neck arthritus. stiffness and no pain. what to do?

Accepted Answer

See details: Physical therapy and an exercise program can help. So can home traction. Tylenol (acetaminophen) also has value. Avoid nsaids if possible.

Question 9

what do you suggest to relieve the pain and stiffness in my neck?

Accepted Answer

Neck pain /stiffness: Have you been checked byu a docotr if it is chronic? If it is not chronic try neck exercises, yoga and sleep on a pillow that doe snot strain your neck muscles. You should ahve the pillow fit snugly in your neck curve.

Question 10

how can i stop neck soreness and stiffness?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDs; massage: Anti-inflammatory medications-ibuprofen, Naproxen canhelp. Massage, accupuncture, cervical traction, moist heat can also be veryeffective.

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