Neck pain and shoulder pain

Background

Neck and Shoulder Pain

Muscle strains, degeneration, incorrect postures or even cancer can lead to neck and shoulder pain. In some cases, the neck and shoulder pain may radiate to the head, causing headache.

! Numbness and tingling sensation ! Traumatic injury ! Weakness in the limbs ! Unexplained weight loss ! Previous cancer ! Dysphagia

As a first aider

Do’s

- Apply heat pads to relieve pain - Exercise and correction of positioning may treat the neck and shoulder pain - Consult doctor for further check-up if symptoms persist or worsen

- Over-twisting the neck to prevent further injury - Over-straining the neck and the shoulder

Don’ts