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What Sort Of Injury, Could Back Pain, Neck Pain And Soreness In Body After A Back Stroke, Indicate?

Eight weeks ago I hit my head on the wall of the swimming pool while doing the elementary backstroke; just as I pulled down into the glide, I pulled right into the wall. My neck has been slightly sore, but with certain movements I get a sharp pain. It hurts occasionally turning it either direction or upward. Looking down is fine. I intend to get an xray next week; I'm 58 years old, fit and athletic; I swim, do Zumba, run...but with this neck pain, I'm being cautious to not overdue it. My question: What sort of injury might have incurred?
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Hi there,

Thanks for your query.

It could have been a condition called Cervicalgia, due to abrupt stretching/ sprain or contusion of neck / shoulder muscles; or, prolapse of disc(s), 'pinching' on the nerve roots.

If a 7-10 day's course of anti-inflammatory pain killers + a muscle relaxant does not give significant relief, a CT/MRI of neck spine should be done, to see for disc prolapse.

Consult your doctor and apprise him of my opinion. I am certain that he will agree with me, order required tests, and- based on the reports- will prescribe suitable/modified treatment as advised.

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Take care

Dr. Rakesh Karanwal
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What Sort Of Injury, Could Back Pain, Neck Pain And Soreness In Body After A Back Stroke, Indicate?

Hi there, Thanks for your query. It could have been a condition called Cervicalgia, due to abrupt stretching/ sprain or contusion of neck / shoulder muscles; or, prolapse of disc(s), pinching on the nerve roots. If a 7-10 day s course of anti-inflammatory pain killers + a muscle relaxant does not give significant relief, a CT/MRI of neck spine should be done, to see for disc prolapse. Consult your doctor and apprise him of my opinion. I am certain that he will agree with me, order required tests, and- based on the reports- will prescribe suitable/modified treatment as advised. If you find my response helpful and informative, do not forget an “excellent” (5-star rating) to my answer, to ENCOURAGE ALL doctors- engaged in social service- to render sound advice to the FREE queries. Take care Dr. Rakesh Karanwal