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What Causes Stiffness And Soreness In Back Of Neck?

Lately, each morning I have had stiffness and soreness in the back of my neck and upperback. Initially, it s mild. However, once I have a bowel movement it FLARES up. It s almost as if my muscles LOCK into place. This will last approximately 20-30 minutes. In addition, throughout the day these same region is fine until I sit or stand stationary for 5-10 minutes. The pain will return lesser but still annoying. Finally, when I retire to bed, the pain returns and it throbs which rarely happens during the other episodes. This pain last 20-30 minutes. Do you know what this may be and what I can do. THANKS!!!
posted on Thu, 7 Aug 2014
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Hello,

I have studied your case with diligence.

As per your symptom and history there is possibility of acute muscle spasm in upper back and hamstring due to excessive work strain
For these symptoms muscle relaxant with analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started consulting your treating doctor.
Till time take rest and continue analgesic available over the counter take rest, and hot fomentation.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
You may need to do MRI spine if symptoms persist.
I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.

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What Causes Stiffness And Soreness In Back Of Neck?

Hello, I have studied your case with diligence. As per your symptom and history there is possibility of acute muscle spasm in upper back and hamstring due to excessive work strain For these symptoms muscle relaxant with analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started consulting your treating doctor. Till time take rest and continue analgesic available over the counter take rest, and hot fomentation. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief. You may need to do MRI spine if symptoms persist. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.