Sparks, NV
A 49-year-old male asked:
Strained muscle on left side of neck in bed. can't turn head to left side due to pain. should ice be applied?
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Brian Grossmananswered
Orthopedic Spine Surgery 33 years experience
Neck Sprain: Sounds like you developed a neck spasm. Moist heat will probably feel better than ice. That and some tylenol (acetaminophen) and Ibuprofen and couple days of rest should resolve the pain. If not, have it looked at by an orthopedist.
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Dr. Walter Husaranswered
Neurology 35 years experience
Muscle Spasm: Sounds like you have cervical muscle spasm. I would recommend heat over cold. Warm to hot shower, and head pack should help.
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Dr. Marsha Davisanswered
Internal Medicine 30 years experience
If try ice: First as in any injury ice for 72 hours then switch to moist heat. Take 3 aleve (naproxen) twice a day or 4 Ibuprofen every 8 hours to help reduce inflammation . If not better in a fre days to a week seek care. Best!
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