What Do You Do When You Wake Up With A Stiff Neck?

Posted on Sat, 6 Jan 2018

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Sat, 6 Jan 2018 Answered on

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Question : I've a stiff neck everyday I wake up post which it gets better with time. I don't use a pillow & this is a recent phenomenon.

Answered by Dr. Kampana (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Muscle spasm

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Stiff neck can be due to a muscle spasm as it is of recent onset. I would suggest you to take tab. myospaz forte twice daily for 3 days after food. You can apply pain relief patches such as Hansaplast lion plaster.

In case your symptoms persists it is best to meet an orthopedician for a detailed examination and treatment.

I hope this answered your query.

With regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana