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Neck Pain
Treatment in the home
- Keep the neck moving to stop it stiffening up
- Take painkillers in recommended doses
- Heat the area with a hot water bottle
- Ensure your posture is correct and not causing any strain to your neck
When to consult the doctor
- Go IMMEDIATELY if you also have symptoms of drowsiness, a dislike to light, a rash which doesn’t disappear if you press it with a glass, or have a severe headache
- If the pain is severe
- If the pain is not soothed by simple painkillers such as paracetamol in 4-5 days
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