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Upper back pain

2018-04-27 06:16:47
I'm getting pain in the upper back whenever I bend my head. I'm unable to bend my head down due to this pain. It is very uncomfortable.
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Might be trigger point issue.. there are many trigger point in upper back which may induce the said symptoms.. consult near by physio for the treatment.

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It seems like a posture and movement issue because of muscular imbalance.
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visit nearby physiotherapy clinic
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you can use volini spray or can put hot water bottle around painfull area twice for 10 min.

Answered2018-04-27 18:01:33

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• Extension Exercises x 15 times x twice daily - lying on tummy, take left arm up for 3 seconds, then bring it down, right arm up for 3 seconds, bring down. Bring right leg up, hold for 3 seconds, bring it down. Then right leg up and hold for 3 seconds and bring it down. Repeat twice a day- 10 times.

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There are various muscles surrounding your neck which gets stiffer due to continuous loading over it.You need to learn some active exercises for yourself and can have a proper assessment for which you can consult us online.

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Hot fermentation twice a day. And gradually neck extension exercise. Avoid toward bending and computer work.
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meet physiotherapist

Answered2018-04-27 07:04:00

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Hi, your pain may be due to muscle spasm , there are various reasons may be a ligament injury. Hope the pain is not radiating to you arms. Guess its just a  muscle spasm as pain is not radiating. Do meet a Physiotherapist and get rid of your pain. Tc
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rest, apply ice packs, next stretches and strengthening ex

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