Recent questions tagged neck

Description : What can cause swelling of neck vertebrae?

Last Answer : Stress can cause the discs between the vertebrae to swell. The vertebrae are bones, they may crack or break, but they generally do not swell. Sitting in front of a computer & using a keyboard ... the pain you are feeling & take a couple of ibuprofen tablets (or other anti-inflamatory medication).

Description : What could this lump be?

Last Answer : it is a sign from God telling you to go to the doctor

Description : What is the best type of pillow for head and neck support?

Last Answer : I use a head and neck I bought (for way too much money) at the Back Store. It has a soft but firm ridge that supports the neck, and memory foam that cradles my head. I use it in conjunction ... black so I don't have to see myself sleeping with two funny-looking pillows. That supports my ego. ;-)

Description : My neck itches every time i shave... why?

Last Answer : Ask a dermatologist.

Description : why does my neck crack so often?

Last Answer : could be arthritis - a chiropractor told me that if you can get a repeated crack over and over in the exact same way (turning your head to one side, or whatever), it could be arthritis. but ... ! it eliminated a lot of my neck cracking, not to mention neck soreness, tight shoulders, and headaches.

Description : When I roll my head around my neck, I hear a soft, crunching noise. Does anyone know what causes this sound?

Last Answer : I feel it is my duty to comment on this question, because my ask-public name sounds a little like that soft crunching noise. The Occiput is the bone in your skull that is in the back where your skull meets ... tipping your head back, but I wouldn't do it all the time--there's no padding back there.

Description : Why is my neck snapping?

Last Answer : do you keep a wallet in your back pocket? I switched to a front pocket one a few years ago, it really helped with my back pain. I also do roman chair exercises a few times a month, really good exercise ... try not to sleep with your arms above your head, if you do, that helped me as well. Good luck

Description : What's the difference between breaking your neck and paralyzing yourself and death?

Last Answer : answer:my first guess would be the place of breakage, if it’s near the brainstem, you’re a goner, if it’s lower, I’m guessing you just tear apart nerves (which cause the paralysis) instead of the REALLY vital stuff… but then again, I’m not a doctor

Description : How to Give a Neck Massage

Last Answer : How to Give a Neck Massage Giving a good neck massage to your loved one after a long day is a wonderful treat. What makes it even better is that it's totally free. Here's how to give a ... skull, down the neck, and out into the shoulders and back. Do the same motion repeatedly for several minutes.

Description : How to Relieve a Stiff Neck

Last Answer : How to Relieve a Stiff Neck Getting a stiff neck is something everyone experiences once in a while, for various reasons. It can be quite annoying and inconvenient, but it's nothing to ... accompanied by fever, headache, drowsiness, numbness or confusion, seek medical attention as soon as possible.