10 Tips to Relieve Neck Pain

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10 Tips to Relieve Neck Pain
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Chiropractic clinics these days get a lot of
patients suffering from neck pain. Long working
hours in front of the computer, irregular diet
and improper posture are some of the contributing
factors. So how can you help yourself? How can
you avoid or get rid of the neck pain? Dont
worry, there are a few things that can help you
stay fit and relieve your neck pain.
1.Stay hydrated Water intake is important for
your spine as the discs between the vertebrae
require water to maintain the height and the
spinal alignment to take pressure
off. Maintaining a regular hydration habit over
time prevents further degeneration of the
cervical discs, which reduces neck pain.
2.Keep your computer screen at eye level The
positioning of computer screen at the eye level
is essential. Make sure that when you sit
comfortably in your office chair, your gaze is
directly in the middle of your computer screen.
If its not, adjust the screen height. Also, take
frequent breaks get up and move around at least
every 30 minutes for 2-3 minutes.
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3.Use a mobile headset Avoid holding your mobile
phone between your ear and shoulder for a long
time. A hands-free device is a great way to talk.
It not only helps you to maintain the right
posture but also keeps the harmful radiations
away from your brain.
4.Maintain proper posture Poor posture can cause
neck pain, shoulder pain and back pain. Always
maintain the right posture at all times while
sitting, walking or standing. This helps to avoid
straining of muscles and ligaments and also gives
you a confident look.
5.Carry weight evenly A common mistake people
make is, carrying a heavy purse or briefcase in
one hand. This creates an uneven posture in your
shoulders, straining the muscles of one side and
causing pain. Carry only your essentials in your
purse or briefcase. Consider using a backpack for
heavier loads to evenly distribute the weight
across your shoulders.
6.Use a water pillow Various water pillows are
available in the market and are worth considering
for patients who have tried traditional neck
pillows and braces without any positive effects.
These pillows can be made firmer or softer
according to your needs.
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7.Try acupressure Acupressure provides effective
relief in neck pain. It soothes the tissues by
concentrating on the pain points and relaxing
them. Its important to either learn acupressure
techniques properly or get it done by a skilled
professional.
8.Try remedial massage Remedial massage has great
effect on neck pain. It differs from traditional
massage as it involves rubbing oil into the skin
so that it penetrates deep into the muscles and
joints, removing toxins and improving the
mobility of the muscles.
9.Increase topical and oral magnesium
intake Increasing the intake of magnesium aids in
the contraction and relaxation of muscles. It
helps in avoiding muscle strain and sprains that
can lead to neck pain. Magnesium is commonly
found in fruits, dry fruits, vegetables, beans,
soy products and whole grains. Epsom salt or
magnesium oil can be directly used on skin for a
bath. Consult with your physician before using
such supplements or oils.
10.Exercise neck muscles Do strengthening and
stretching exercises frequently to keep your neck
muscles strong. One simple exercise is the chin
tuck exercise. This exercise helps strengthen
the muscles that pull the head into alignment
over your shoulders. It also stretches the
scalene and suboccipital muscles.