4 Reasons Why the Neck Often Feels Stiff, Not Always Because of High Cholesterol

"4 Reasons Why the Neck Often Feels Stiff, Not Always Due to High Cholesterol"

4 Reasons Why the Neck Often Feels Stiff, Not Always Because of High Cholesterol

Dream - Stiff or tense neck, so one of the very disturbing complaints and often experienced by office workers who sit all day. Many conclude that this condition is a sign that the level of bad cholesterol in the blood is high.

The fact is not so, there are many factors that cause someone to experience a stiff neck that is very torturous. In fact, a detailed examination is needed to know the condition of the cholesterol level in the blood.

Actually, there is a difference between stiff neck and neck pain, but they can overlap. Stiffness is basically a reduction in mobility or range of motion. It can also manifest as a feeling of a heavy, immobile, and burdensome object. On the other hand, neck pain involves nerve damage or sensation and is often sharp and achy.

This is considered a discomfort far worse than stiffness. Here are four reasons why your neck often feels stiff or painful, which you may not realize.

1. Poor Body Posture

The modern lifestyle makes us use gadgets a lot and it is difficult to maintain a good body posture when looking at a cellphone or screen. This is one of the common causes of stiff neck.

In addition, holding your head in the same position for a long period of time can also cause stiff neck, because with little movement, circulation to that area decreases. "There are many cases of stiff neck caused by chronic forward head position due to texting. Even if you are not someone who likes to send text messages, talking on the phone also has side effects. Holding the phone between the ear and shoulder can cause tension in the neck," said Karen Erickson, a member of the American Chiropractic Association.

2. Incorrect Sleeping Position

"If the spine is not supported and aligned properly during sleep, muscles can become tense and joints can become inflamed and stiff."

This mainly occurs in people who sleep on their stomach, because their position requires them to turn their neck. "A good pillow that supports the alignment of the spine—head and shoulders forming a 90-degree angle and ears parallel to the shoulders—is the key to a restful night's sleep," says Karen.

3. Stress

"Stress is also a common cause of stiff neck. That is because when we are stressed, we tend to accumulate a lot of tension in the neck and shoulders. "

Tension in these muscles causes a very stiff neck, even leading to migraines and nausea. When experiencing stress, try meditation, take deep breaths, and exhale slowly to reduce the level of tension.

4. Joint inflammation

Stiff neck is a common symptom of neck joint inflammation. Other possible symptoms that may accompany it are spasms, weakness, and numbness in the arms, hands, and fingers. If you experience this continuously, do not delay in seeing a doctor, dear Dream friend.

"How to Relieve Stiff Neck"

To reduce neck stiffness, you can do gentle neck stretches, apply hot or cold compresses. You can also maintain good body posture and ensure ergonomic workspace setup. "This includes keeping the computer monitor at eye level, using a separate keyboard if you are using a laptop, and sitting in a chair that is aligned with the typing surface to avoid hunching shoulders," said Karen.

"In the evening, pay close attention to your sleeping position. Prioritize a supportive pillow that keeps your spine aligned. Ideally, you should sleep on your side with your neck and shoulders forming a 90-degree angle. Sleeping on your back is also good, as long as the pillow is sufficiently flat. If neck pain and stiffness persist for more than three days, accompanied by numbness or tingling in the arms or hands, consult a doctor immediately. Report by Aykaputri Amalia Rahmani / Source: Prevention"

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