Neck Pain: A large part of our day is spent looking at the laptop screen. We spend so many hours working with our heads bowed. Due to sitting for too long, we do not even pay attention to our sitting posture. Due to all these reasons, we may have problem of neck pain. If neck pain is not cured quickly, it can become a cause of trouble for you. Let us know how we can get relief from neck pain.
What could be the cause of neck pain?
bad posture
Sitting wrongly can be the biggest cause of neck pain. Often, while working or watching TV, we keep our neck bent or bent in one position. Due to which our neck muscles become stiff and neck pain starts.
stress
Our lifestyle has become such that it is very difficult to avoid stress. Due to stress, we often sit with stiff neck or shoulders. For this reason, neck pain is a very common problem. Due to stress, our neck muscles become stiff and pain starts.
Injury
Neck pain can also be caused by a neck injury. Neck pain can also occur due to fall or sudden shock. While walking or driving, there is usually a jerk in the neck, which can cause pain.
sleeping in wrong position
Sleeping in the wrong position can also cause neck pain. Many times while sleeping we do not realize in which way we are sleeping by bending our neck. For this reason, the neck muscles may become stiff.
sign of some disease
Neck pain can sometimes be caused by some disease. Neck pain can also occur due to neck or head cancer, meningitis , stroke etc. Therefore, if neck pain does not get better quickly, contact a doctor.
How to prevent neck pain?
do the exercise
Exercising reduces stiffness in your muscles. Therefore, exercise for some time every day. Include stretching, yoga etc. in the exercises so that the flexibility of your neck increases and this will also provide relief from pain.
Take a break
If you have to sit for a long time during work, then take short breaks. This will give your neck time to move and will also reduce stiffness. During breaks, try to stretch your neck by rotating it slowly, this will reduce stiffness.
position laptop
Our neck hurts due to bending over the laptop for too long. Therefore keep the laptop at your eye level. This will not put pressure on your neck and there will be no stiffness in the muscles.
improve body posture
Keep body posture correct. Do not walk with your shoulders and neck bent. While sitting and walking, keep your shoulders straight. Walk with your neck straight and do not keep your body too stiff.
Disclaimer: The advice and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be taken as professional medical advice. If you have any questions or concerns, always consult your doctor.
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