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Contraction of the neck muscles
Symptoms may include twisting and turning of the head with neck pain and stiffness
Cause unknown
Cannot be spread from person to person
Affects males and females but more common in females
Can occur at any age
May be mild to severe
Not life threatening
Treatments
Decrease your level of stress where possible. Don’t be afraid to ask for help
Get plenty of rest
Try sensory tricks such as touching the opposite cheek or neck
FOR PAIN
Apply hot or cold packs to the area
Relaxation techniques
Distraction
Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
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