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COMMON TYPES OF NECK INJURIES

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Have you experienced waking up one morning with a pain in your neck? Most of us do at one point. We called it a crick or kink, a term that we use to describe the pain. Aside from sleeping in an awkward position, it can also happen due to sudden movements of the neck or working at the computer for long hours. The crick isn’t a medical diagnosis. The pain is actually caused by a muscle spasm, arthritis, trigger points or disc problem. If the pain lass for more than a week, it is time to see an orthopedic professional.

Orthopedics specializes on injuries to the musculoskeletal system. The neck is their area of expertise. To have an accurate diagnosis of your neck pain, it is important to seek for an orthopedic opinion.

A neck pain is a result of a neck injury. It may be a mild or it can be a symptom of a serious or life-threatening issue. Often, damage to a part in your neck also indicates damage to other part. The neck consists of bones, joints, nerves and soft tissues that supports and moves your head.

A muscle strain, most occurring in the low back, affects the neck as well. It causes pain, reduced flexibility and muscle spasm. Improper lifting is one of the common reasons of muscle strain. To treat the back or neck pain, practitioner usually recommends rectifying your activity and taking pain medication.

Neck sprain is another common neck injury. It involves the ligaments which are strong fibrous tissues that connect bones. It is often a result of a fall, overstretching the joint or repetitive joint stress. Neck sprain is accompanied by pain, swelling and reduced flexibility.

Some neck injuries are detrimental as it affects the nervous system. A neck fracture, for instance, results from a fall or trauma. It can be severe and may be accompanied by a dislocation. A neck injury that damages the spinal cord can be very dangerous as it may lead to permanent disability, paralysis or even death. A preventive measure is appropriate for these kinds of injuries.

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