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Neck Pain Relief and How to Obtain It

Whatever its cause, neck pain can really wear you down. Neck Pillow Store offers a wide range of Health Care Professional approved and tested neck pillows and products to help eliminate neck pain (and many other kinds), including a wide range of bed and travel pillows, hot and cold packs to give you a head start to feeling better instead of taking aspirin or ibuprofen... and other products to maintain the results.

If you're suffering from neck pain, then explore our online store to find the product solution that's right for you.

Neck Stiffness

Oftentimes neck stiffness is the result of a sprain or strain, or an injury such as a fall or whiplash. But it has many causes - some quite serious - so it's important to seek a proper diagnosis. It can also be caused by arthritis, a degenerative condition of the cervical disks.

Rest, chiropractic or massage therapy, the prescription of a proper orthopedic pillow to support the neck properly, and hot and cold treatment are often recommended to both alleviate pain and assist in eliminating the underlying condition.

Protective measures include sleeping on the proper neck pillow, and using a shoulder bag or back pack which is engineered to alleviate unnecessary strain to the neck, using a lumbar support for proper positioning while driving or working at a desk.

Sprains & Strains

Sprains and strains to the neck muscles are often caused by sudden or abrupt movements, while playing sports, or otherwise; from repetitive stress, heavy, ill-fitting backpack or shoulder bags, improper lifting at the gym, at home or work. Be sure to determine what caused the sprain/strain and discontinue that activity - and be seen by a Health Care Professional for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

Tension Headaches

Tension headaches - also known as chronic daily headaches - usually affect both sides of the head, often involving the base of the skull and the back of the neck, and also front of the head. The associated pain with tension headaches tends to be mild to moderate, but persist over long periods of time. Often there is pressure and discomfort over the whole head, which can feel "tight," as if there is a band around it or as if it is "squeezed by a vice," Sometimes triggered by stress, the cause of tension headaches can be difficult to pinpoint. If this kind of pain persists, you should see your health professional.

Fostering habits that support overall good health, such as exercise, a regular eating and sleeping schedule and proper posture may also contribute to reducing the number and severity of tension headaches.

Neck Injury

The most common causes of neck injuries are falls, sports injuries and whiplash injuries resulting from car accidents. Always seek medical attention when you sustain an injury to your neck.

Following a neck injury, immobilization is often required to protect from further injury, with the application of hot and/or cold therapy to alleviate pain. Sleeping on a pillow that properly supports your neck will provide added protection.

Neck Arthritis

Arthritis of the neck is caused by the, mostly age-related, degeneration of the uppermost part of the spine. It most commonly affects the discs of the second and third cervical vertebrae, and occurs - but is not limited to - people over 50. It can also result from overuse, such as carrying heavy loads or taking strain on the neck over a long period of time, or from a sudden jolting or twisting movement. As the discs wear away and the bones come closer together they can put pressure on the nerve roots or chord.

If you are experiencing neck pain or numbness, you should see your Health Care Professional for diagnosis and treatment recommendations. If the condition is acute, this may include wearing a soft collar during the day and at night. The use of a proper neck pillow may contribute to greater comfort by providing needed support to this delicate area of the body.