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Cervicalgia is commonly known as Neck Pain. It is the most common condition people suffer from these days. However, most cases are not too serious to visit a doctor. But, if the neck pain persists over a few weeks, it is a sign of a serious condition. This blog aims to discuss Cervicalgia and its symptoms, causes, and treatment. Pain physicians in India, willing to hone their knowledge, are welcome to sign up for the accredited certificate course in pain management in India conducted by the Asian Pain Academy.
What is Cervicalgia?
Anyone, irrespective of age can suffer from Cervicalgia or neck pain. The pain does not spread to the arms, it remains restricted. However, Cervicalgia does not impose any serious issue; but causes discomfort and should be treated on time.
The neck is known as the cervical spine and it protects the spinal cord and supports the head so that we can maintain a good range of motion. The neck has nerves, bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons, and these all help a neck maintain flexibility. However, once the flexibility gets disturbed due to constant or sharp pressure, bad posture, or strain in holding the head upright for long hours, it causes discomfort and consistent pain in the neck. This pain or discomfort is known as Cervicalgia. It only occurs in the neck, not the arms or lower back area.
Causes of Cervicalgia
Cervicalgia can occur for various reasons. Most of the common reasons are as follows.
● Poor posture of sitting
● Holding your neck at an awkward angle for a long time (while you are sleeping, or working in front of your computer)
● Injuries to your neck due to car accident or sports injury
● Long-term stress on your neck muscle that leads to strains on the neck area
● Poor bone health due to arthritis or osteoporosis. The reason why, older people have a greater risk of suffering from Cervicalgia
Consistent pressure on the spine, diseases or conditions like meningitis, kyphosis, slouched/rounded shoulder, certain bodybuilding routines, excessive cycling, reckless sports activities, or spinal infection can cause Cervicalgia.
Symptoms of Cervicalgia
In general, Cervicalgia is diagnosed with consistent pain in the neck region. The pain can be sharp, stabbing, inflammatory, or dull. But, it would be a persistent pain. The severity of Cervicalgia varies due to the state of injury, or the cause of discomfort in the neck region. The early symptoms of neck pain may include,
● Stiffness in the neck muscles
● Tightness of Spam in the neck muscles
● Challenged neck movement
● Decreased agility to the neck
● Tenderness in your shoulder region
● Consistent headache
● Dizziness
● Nausea
It is advised to consult with a pain management specialist instead of counting on DIY treatment at home from the very early stage of the neck pain.
How Is Cervicalgia Treated?
Cervicalgia is treated according to the stage of the pain. However, the treatment helps relieve pain and promote better movement in your neck. The pain management physician decides the best treatment for you according to your pain intensity and level of discomfort. General Cervicalgia treatment includes pain medications, muscle relaxers, physical therapy, TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation), steroid injections, and other alternative therapies. Surgery is the last resort that pain management physicians suggest to undergo.
Endnote…
Asian Pain Academy conducts an accredited certificate course in pain management in India to provide in-depth knowledge and sharpen skills in pain management. Pain management and medical professionals from India or foreign countries can enrol in the course by contacting the Asian Pain Academy directly.
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