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by Jimmee on July 18th, 2005

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How can I get rid of a stiff neck?

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  • by Angela Tyszka on July 20th, 2005

    Angela Tyszka

    Apply heat directly to neck maybe a heating pad 20-30 minutes 2-3 times a day. Long, hot shower with the water beating on the neck, slowly turn head side to side looking over each shoulder until the count of five. Repeat three times. Apply topical cream such as icy hot or tiger balm. Shut bedroom window because cold breezes may cause awkward positioning to keep warm resulting in a stiff neck. Get a proper pillow. Reserve couch for sitting, alot of times there is not enough room to lie down resulting in stiff neck. If the pain persists after this, make an appointment with your doctor.

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  • by Kunsman on January 29th, 2007

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    Address the muscles below the neck region. Don't strength train the lats, pecs, etc.
    How is the range of motion in your neck, can you look all of the way to your left and right?

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  • by heyjude on December 31st, 2006

    heyjude

    I have had this problem for years, and finally found solutions. First of all, get a good chiropractor. I tried physical therapy, didn't help. The exercises already mentioned are very important. Never lay on the couch or floor, get a sculptered(also called cervical)pillow and use it faithfully. A good one can be bought from your chiropractor, and they are not cheap. I found I have to sleep on my side, pressure on the back of my neck brings on the stiffness. Cold air, or even just a fan blowing on my neck creates pain. When the stiffness hits I immediately take 2 ibuprophen, the sooner the better, and I rub oil of wintergreen on the tender spot. It is usually swollen in that area. But don't use the oil right after the shower as the pores are open and it will really sting. Wait a little bit.
    The chiropractor I go to uses a device call a leactivator. I cannot handle having anyone's hands on my neck and this little gadget just lets out little pops, doesn't hurt and I don't have the rough treatment in that very tender area.
    Hope this helps.

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  • by yorkiegirlinsims2 on January 29th, 2007

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    listen to the 2 person

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  • by bigkado69 on January 29th, 2007

    bigkado69

    eat a burrito..it will help the twink in your neck.lol...its called taco neck.

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  • by anonymous on January 1st, 2007

    anonymous

    do small arm circles and shoulder shruggs and hold that for about five seconds, about 150 reps of each, for arm circles 150 reps both forward and backwards

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  • by JaiyneFortune on January 1st, 2007

    JaiyneFortune

    Stop staring at the ceiling.

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  • by bowlinggreen on January 1st, 2007

    bowlinggreen

    Try acupuncture. It can work miracles.

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  • by MuscleMan on September 7th, 2007

    MuscleMan

    Have you tried the ChiSoft Neck Traction device? It's inflated traction device. You can read more about it at www.chiactivate.com/products/neckmassagers/necktraction.shtml
    Recommend by my chiropractor.

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  • by Anonymous on December 6th, 2008

    Anonymous

    i tried having a hot shower and that did not help at all so then i tried looking over my shoulder and holding it for seconds i have also tried every thing on this website and it is not helping what shall i do now

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  • by Silver on December 6th, 2008

    Silver

    Have someone massage your upper neck/ back.

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  • by allicat on May 20th, 2009

    allicat

    I'm sorry but DO NOT rely on any of the answers below, it's too much to just answer in one shot instead check out the website below to find out why the other answers are wrong and can be dangerous...

    http://www.triggerpointbook.com/neckpain.htm

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  • by allicat on May 20th, 2009

    allicat

    I'm sorry but you're all wrong check out this website if you want to get rid of your stiff neck and you'll also see why... http://www.triggerpointbook.com/neckpain.htm

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