What type of doctor do you see for neck problems?
If you are having neck issues, the very first person you should go to is a physical therapist. Rarely is a neck issue so bad that it requires a doctor or surgery.…
Why does my jaw hurt by my ear?
It could be any one of the several muscles that attach to the shoulder and all the way up to the skull. It could be referred pain from another area of the…
How do I know if my neck injury is serious?
If there is a history of recent trauma, symptoms down both arms, or inability to move the neck from side to side, in addition to the other two, this may indicate something…
What are symptoms of pinched nerve in neck?
It will have any combination of the following. Sensory changes in the arms, including dumbness and tingling or burning, or increased or decreased sensitivity to things like light or temperature. Reflex changes…
How long does anxiety neck pain last?
As long as the immediate stressor in your life is present, it will likely continue until the stressors causing it are dealt with.
Can anxiety affect your neck?
Yes, for sure. Anxiety can cause a person's muscles to tense up all over the body. Major anxiety definitely affects the neck and usually the jaw will tense up along with it.
When should I be worried about neck pain?
Neck pain that lasts more than 3 days and/or has a severity level above a 4/10 should merit seeing a physical therapist. If it feels worse than that or the pain is…
Which infection causes neck pain?
An infection of myelitis might lead to pain in the neck. Meningitis and many other infections can cause whole body stiffness of which the neck can be included.
Can stroke cause neck pain?
Yes definitely, a stroke causes the muscles in the body to tense up and spasm, including the neck.
Is neck pain symptom of high blood pressure?
High blood pressure and heart issues are commonly linked and they can sometimes refer or transfer pain to the neck.
