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Neck stiff
After I slept, my neck is paining a lot,im unable to move my head, if I try to do the pain is increasing a lot
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Your neck pain could be due to muscle strain.
You should give hot water fomentation for 15-20 minutes twice a day.
You can use Volini gel or spray provided you are not allergic.
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If the pain persists or aggrevates you need to consult a Physiotherapist in person for further evaluation and treatment.
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Apply Hot Pack to Relax Muscle.
Apply Dynapar Gel or DFO Gel for Pain Relief.
Avoid Sudden Frequent Movement.
Avoid Long Use of Laptop or Mobile.
It Happens Due to Weakness of Neck Muscles. So To Avoid Reoccurrence & Other Neck Problems Do Some Neck & Shoulder Exercises From The Next Day When The Pain Reduce.
For Better Results A Video Examination of Neck is Required to Prescribe Perfect Exercises Programme for it.
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Don't worry this is typical case of overstretched neck muscles during sleep. If pain is 7+ on a scale of 1-10 have an aceclofenac tablet and keep the area warm to relax muscles.
You can also use hearing pad or a towel soaked in warm water.
Next Steps
Do some neck and shoulder movements , start with should first , I'm assuming one side is more painful than other , apply some diclo gel over the area and start some stretching of next muscles slowly, use hands if needed.
Health Tips
. You should take a look at your sleeping posture to avoid further discomfort.
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