What Causes Constant Pain Around Neck And Shoulder?

Posted on Sat, 8 Nov 2014

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Question : Hi I have been experiencing pain on both sides of my neck and my shoulders and my arms..my muscles ache since Wednesday...it is constant

Answered by Dr. Dr. Sudhir Kumar (31 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You may be having cervical spondylitis

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.
I'm Dr Sudhir XXXXXXX

After going through your query I concluded that you may be suffering from cervical spondylitis with neurological pains as it is common in your age. It is degenerative arthritis of spine related to the aging. It can be confirmed by x ray.

It's treatment consist of:-
1. Diacerine and glucosamine, prevents degenerative process and promote regeneration of cartilage.
2. Analgesic such as ibuprofen are needed for pain relief.
3. Mecobalamin is helpful in relieving neurological pains.
4. Heat fomentation is soothing.
5. It is advisable to use thin pillow for sleeping or no pillow at all.
You can discuss with your doctor about it.

Hope this answers your query. If you have any clarifications then I will be happy to help.

Wishing you a good health.

Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Ashwin Bhandari