Neck injury refers to trauma or damage to the cervical spine and can be due to a herniated or bulging disc, whiplash injury, fracture, or spinal cord injury. Mild injuries can be treated with adequate rest, pain medications, and physical therapy. Severe injuries require surgery, immobilization with a brace or collar, and other interventions to stabilize the spine.
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Is there a connection between neck injury and mid-back pain?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing significant mid-back pain, particularly on the right side near my spine. Additionally, my right hand has been swelling, and I am unsure of the cause. I injured my neck on a roller coaster, after which back pain developed. Considering the symptoms, what could ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The swelling in your right hand does not seem related to your back pain. Here are some recommendations to alleviate your back pain: Avoid lifting heavy weights. Avoid arching your back; bend your knees instead when picking up som... Read Full »
I rested a gym bar on my neck causing numbness. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I was in the gym on the Smith machine doing squats. It was my first time doing it, so I was doing it wrong and rested the bar on the back of my neck. After I went home, the area felt numb. I heard that an injury on the back of my neck can lead to severe issues like being paralyzed. Plea... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. If you are experiencing numbness in the area where you rested the bar on your neck, you may have compressed or irritated a nerve or caused a muscle strain. If you are concerned about your symptoms, it is best to... Read Full »
I recently met with an accident and my neck is bruised. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I had a car accident a week ago, and my neck was injured and I think it is from the seat belt; I am not sure, but after a week, today I just noticed that my neck is bruised in blue. What can it be? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. Do not worry I am here to take care of you. Regarding your symptoms, you have the following diagnosis: cervical ecchymosis. Do a cervical CT (computed tomography) scan and please take the following: 1. Tablet Acetaminoph... Read Full »
How to treat swallowing problems after a throat injury?
Query: Hi doctor, I got hit by a ball in my throat yesterday, and today it is uncomfortable to swallow and move my head in certain places. I have not applied ice or done anything because it has worsened throughout the day, and I thought it would go away. I am a female and have never got any other throat in... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is absolutely nothing to worry. Blunt trauma over the neck can result in soft tissue inflammation of the underlying structures, which could be why trouble or painful swallowing is present. It would take atleast two weeks for this inflammation to subside, and things ... Read Full »
I have pain in my left molar region and feel like my jaw is dislocated. What could this be?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 27-year-old female. I have a shoulder and neck injury from an MVA and after multiple surgeries, I am on medication. I started experiencing pain in my jaw. I was unable to bite down all the way; my left molars would not touch and the pain was excruciating. Today the pain is still... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, We welcome you to icliniq family. I appreciate the confidence you place in me for your healthcare consultation. The possible reason is cervical pain, due to compression of nerves between the spine. You will need a cervical spine AP/Lateral view and further may need MRI. You need to learn p... Read Full »
When I tried to crack my neck, I experienced a sharp pain. Now I am unable to move. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I tried to crack my neck and had a sharp pain. Previously I was having really bad vertigo and now I am in bad pain. I am unable to move. Please help me. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am sorry to hear that you are in pain. Cracking your neck can be dangerous and can cause injury to the neck or spine. If you are unable to see a doctor immediately, here are some home remedies you can try. Applying an ice pack to the affected area can help reduce pa... Read Full »
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