Diseases

Neck Strain

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Neck strain can result from disorders of any of the structures in the neck, including the cervical vertebrae and intervertebral discs, nerves, muscles, blood vessels, esophagus, larynx, trachea, lymphatic organs, thyroid gland, or parathyroid glands.

SYMPTOMS

Serious symptoms in addition to neck strain
pain, tingling, numbness, and/or weakness that radiates down into the shoulder, arm, or hand.
headache or dizziness.
visual problems or sensitivity to bright lights.
neck instability.
difficulty with finger dexterity.
gait disturbances such as feeling off balance.

CAUSES

Causes of neck strain. Some common causes ofneck strain include: poor posture or holding an awkward position. The neck's muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues can become overstretched when the head is held too far forward or tilted at an angle for too long.