Let’s take a look at the overview of neck pain to understand it better and find relief. 

Causes and Risk Factors of Neck Pain

• Overuse of neck pain and Muscle strain: Sitting in a poor ergonomic setting for prolonged durations can cause stress on the neck muscles. This puts excessive strain on the muscles, causing pain or muscle strain. This muscle strain can lead to muscle spasms due to the injury to the muscles. This injury typically takes 1-2 months to recover, although it may take up to 6 months if the complaints are more severe. This can affect a person’s quality of life. 
• Arthritis: Arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, can cause neck pain. 
• Cervical spondylitis and ankylosing spondylitis can cause chronic neck pain. 
• Nutritional deficiencies, such as vitamin B12 and vitamin D deficiency, can lead to neck pain. 
• Trauma or injury to the neck 
• Infections: Viral and bacterial infections affecting the upper respiratory tract, including the throat and nose, can cause neck pain. 
• Whiplash injury is a cause of neck pain and severe muscle spasms. 
• Narrowing of the vertebral column or a herniated disk, also known as a slipped disk, can cause neck pain. 
• Other underlying chronic illnesses, such as autoimmune disorders like Lupus, can cause neck pain.

Symptoms of Neck Pain

• Pain in the neck: The severity of neck pain can range from mild to severe. 
• Dizziness
• Restricted movement of the neck 
• Can be associated with the numbness

Diagnosis of Neck Pain

• The diagnosis of neck pain can be made based on a medical history and a proper physical examination.
• Blood investigations like Complete Blood Count, Serum Vitamin B12, Serum Vitamin D, etc 
• X-rays, CT scans, and MRI scans are performed.

Treatment of Neck Pain

• Oral Medications
• Intravenous Medications 
• Ointment 

Diet and Lifestyle Tips for Neck Pain 

• Use proper ergonomics. Maintain a good posture while working. 
• Take breaks from work. 
• Do regular exercise 
• Ear balanced diet and a nutritious diet 
• Drink adequate water 
• Get a sleep of 7-8 Hours
• Pranayama and yoga help improve muscle flexibility. 

Neck pain is now widespread, particularly in the corporate and IT sectors, where jobs often involve computer work. However, early detection of neck pain and guidance from a doctor can empower individuals to seek proper treatment and avoid the complications associated with chronic conditions.