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Acupuncture Treatment For Neck Pain
The neck consists of vertebrae that extend from the skull to the upper abdomen. The function of the neck is to support our head. Neck pain is usually not a serious condition and can be relieved within few days. 1
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SYMPTOMS
CAUSES
TREATMENTS
SYMPTOMS
The symptoms of neck pain are pain or stiffness in your neck. Although not a serious condition, if the pain persist for more than one week, or if the pain is debilitating and accompanied by other symptoms, then medical attention should be sought.
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CAUSES
Neck pain or stiffness is caused by inflammation, abnormality and/or injury. Neck pain can also be caused by poor posture. Whiplash injuries to the neck are fairly common especially following a motor accident or sports injury
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TREATMENTS
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Acupuncture Treatment For Neck Pain
Neck pain is a common disorder and although only suggested for short term neck pain, acupuncture seems to be an effective treatment. Acupuncture is also regarded as a superior treatment to sham treatment. Acupuncture can be more effective if it is combined with another therapy such as massage. Acupuncture works in reducing pain through the stimulation of nerve that is located in muscles or any other tissues. This stimulation in turn will make the body release endorphins ( hormones). Acupuncture also reduces inflammation and stiffness of the muscles and joints.
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Footnotes
- Neck Pain: Causes, Home Remedies, and Treatments – Healthline, http://www.healthline.com/health/neck-pain
- Neck Pain Symptoms – Spine-Health, http://www.spine-health.com/conditions/neck-pain/neck-pain-symptoms
- Chronic Neck Pain: What Condition is Causing My Neck Pain?, http://www.spine-health.com/conditions/neck-pain/neck-pain-causes
- Neck pain – British Acupuncture Council, https://www.acupuncture.org.uk/a-to-z-of-conditions/a-to-z-of-conditions/4076-neck-pain.html