Common causes include:
- Poor posture (the way your body is positioned when standing or sitting)
- Sleeping in an awkward position
- Tension
- Injury such as a muscle strain
- Prolonged use of a computer
- Wear and tear in the bones of the neck, which is a normal part of ageing
To help avoid non-specific neck pain, or stop it from getting worse, you should:
- Check your posture regularly - poor posture puts stress on your neck muscles and makes them work harder than they need to. Make sure you’re not slouching or hunched - whether you’re standing or sitting.
- Avoid prolonged rest - too much rest can stiffen your neck muscles and make your pain last longer.
- Make sure that your home office or work area is set up correctly.
- Pace your activity (do little bits often)
- Change positions often
- Sleep on a low, firm pillow – too many pillows will cause your neck to bend unnaturally, and pillows that are too soft won’t provide your neck with adequate support.
- Take regular stretch breaks – when you’re driving, standing, or sitting for long periods. Every hour or so, take a moment to stretch or move about. This will help change the position of your joints and loosen your muscles.
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