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Neck pain and side of neck
Am having neck pain since so many years on and off.is it necessary to take MRI for found out.not able to sleep at all.
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Yes obviously for clear diagnosis
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Hello sir , it would be helpful for further evaluation of your condition with your MRI or any other radiological examination.
With age bone starts degenerating and move close to eachother causing discomfort.
By evaluating your condition a physiotherapist can provide an appropriate treatment.
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You can go for neck MRI to find out disc lesion in the neck.
You should consult a physiotherapist for complete assessment and treatment.
Treatment includes electro therapy and neck strengthening exercises.
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The cervical spine consists of seven vertebrae that begin at the base of the skull. Running through an opening of the entire vertebral column are the spinal cord and its nerves. The spinal cord and nerves carry messages between the brain and rest of body, including muscles and organs. Between each vertebrae are disk
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Hi, neck/cervical pain may be due to cervical spondylitis. Due to age it must have got accelerated. Plz go for mri as it will give us a clear picture.
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Its better if you take X-ray or MRI to know the exact cause of pain, can visit nearby physiotherapy clinic and take electrotherapy for 2 weeks, after a week of sessions you will be suggested with exercises, the pain will reduces and cervical muscles will be strengthened.
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Dr. Ingelala Uma (PT)
Physiotherapist
13 yrs exp
Nellore
Visit nearby physiotherapy clinic for proper assessment and treatment,it might be strain to ur muscles if ur giving rest it getting subside.
Take electrical modalities treatment to reduce pain and inflammation.
Incase after taking physiotherapy treatment also if pain doesn't subside means go for X ray
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do hot water application to ur side of neck to reduce spasm, maintain proper posture and ergonomics.
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avoid pillow while sleeping supine,if lying side use mild pillow just to support cervical curvature.
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