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Pain in the Neck

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Headache and Chronic Pain Syndromes

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Abstract

  • Neck pain affects about 15% of children and adults.

  • Abnormal cervical imaging studies occur in about one-third of asymptomatic young adults and the majority of asymptomatic adults 40 years of age or older.

  • Risk factors for developing neck pain include stress, heavy work, prolonged neck flexion, obesity, smoking, depression, and anxiety.

  • Neck pain disorders are distinguished by identifying myofascial, mechanical, and neurological abnormalities on exam.

  • Musculoskeletal neck pain is effectively managed with physical therapy, acupuncture, and other pain management techniques.

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(2007). Pain in the Neck. In: Headache and Chronic Pain Syndromes. Current Clinical Practice. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59745-258-8_4

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