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Neck hump, neck pain
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There is a slight neck hump , also i have shoulder and neck paint every time..can i use a neck hump belt??
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No no no need of hump belt
Do neck muscles strengthing exercise
Do rotater cuffs muscles strength exercise
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hot formations at lest for 12 mint
avoid screen time
avoid over use of mobo laptop pc
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consult a physiothrapis who give you a plane chart for your exercise program
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Neck hump is due to bed posture, prolonged sitting job on computer or laptop or mobile
In my opinion soft collar can be used but for short time
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u have shoulder and neck pain may be because of trigger points over trapezius muscles I suggest you hot fomentation and neck exercise
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avoid prolonged sitting in head down position .
avoid jerk movements of neck
try ergonomic corrections
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No, u shouldn't use collar because it's weak ur muscle and also increase ur neck restriction .u can focus on ur proper posture should take break during ur laptop work. Some exercise u can do so u feel better and and ur neck hump also improve
Cervical isometrics
Stretching - traps ,levator scapulae stretching
Shoulder movement clockwise anticlockwise
Scapular stabilization
For these exercise u can take video consultation
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The most frequent cause, especially from prolonged sitting, computer use, phone use,poor posture and muscle imbalance. Can lead neck hump,shoulder and neck pain.consultant a physio that will help you and advise you about exercise programs and correction of posture .
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Choose right Treatment
Good assessment
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Regualr Physiotherapy recommend
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Strength and balance Training
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Posture take time to correct at lest 3 week…
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A slight neck hump and persistent shoulder and neck pain could be due to poor posture, muscle tension, or prolonged sitting.
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Avoid over-relying on the neck collar, without addressing the root cause.
Gentle neck and shoulder stretches and exercises.
Improving posture, especially if you sit for long periods.
Applying heat or doing light massage to relieve tension.
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Since your pain is consistent, it’s best to consult a physiotherapist for a proper assessment.
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For neck hump first of all you have to take care of your posture and reduce screentime and also take precaution as you have cervical condition. Keep your screens at eye level and do some neck stretching and isometrics.
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Yes, also needs to do exercise
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Yes , u can use but only for shorter duration , for training proper posture , / adapting proper posture , long term use cause muscle weakness .
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Get assessed to rule out cause of hump is it due to posture change or any other cause
If cause is due to posture then
stretching of tight muscle & strengthening of weak muscle should be done
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While using phone try avoiding forward neck
Use thin pillow
sit straight with back supported
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A minute neck hump should be better cured with exercises and posture correction rather than using a brace. Eventually you may get used to it and in the long term it may be deteriorating rather than beneficial as your muscles weaken with time.
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Consult a Physiotherapist Online/Offline get assessed properly and follow the advised exercises
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Do not sit for more than 45 mins at a stretch and avoid sitting with your upper back bent forward (slouched).
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Using only brace/belt won't help, need to correct your posture as well.
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Hey there !
Yes you can use a posture correction belt . Along with that you have to do few exercises.
Consult me online for correct brace and exercises.
Your physio
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Consult online
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Do cervical exercise
Maintain posture
Avoid prolong Foward bending
Use Ortho pillow
For better treatment and diagnosis please consult online
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Hi please take an online consultation for best diagnosis and treatment.
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please mention height and weight.
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To take care of your regular working posture and sleeping posture.
Upper back muscles stretching and strengthening exercises.
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It’s better to maintain proper posture and do some exercises for the hump rather than wearing that belt
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Posture correction
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You may be cervical spondy because in this your case oain will be radiating,But i suggested to you don't use hump belt & pillow as well as try to don't put your as flexion moment ( forward bending). Apply regulary hot water bag & exercises.
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Exercises - Hold your neck back side for 10 second & one finger pressure on your chin to push backward direction .
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Hi,
1) Check if your cause of neck pain is only work.
2) If there is no neurological cause or trauma, then neck hump is a supportive option.
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Be active, well nourished and maintain good ergonomics
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Dr. Abhishek Harihar (PT)
Physiotherapist
3 yrs exp
Bagalkot
It actually because of your posture, as you sit in slumped postion for your work or in sitting or while using phone
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start neck exercises, reduce forward bend neck posture
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Ms. Pallavi Mishra (PT)
Physiotherapist
4 yrs exp
New Delhi
yes, you can use it gives support tp your back and allows you a right posture while long sitting and carrying weight. however, over using makes your posture muscles lazy and not a long term solution you should start posture correcting exercises and strengthening under supervision of a physiotherapist.
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get an online consultation to find the root cause sometimes the hump is not because of wrong posture.
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take sitting breaks, avoid sofa sitting and slouch sitting.
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Dr. Rutuja Kate (PT)
Geriatric Physiotherapist
5 yrs exp
Pune
You can definitely use a belt to reduce pressure & pain but take a note that it’s not the solution to your problem
You need to get assessed by a Physiotherapist & start strengthening exercises as soon as possible
Prolonged use of belt can lead to further weakness of muscles, as the belt is working on behalf of your muscles.
It’s beneficial temporarily
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Consult a Physiotherapist
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Avoid using phone in forward head position for long time,
Don’t take big pillow
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