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NEW 5th edition by Robin McKenzieExcellent for both patient and clinicianIncludes information on causes of neck pain, when to exercise, and specific exercise techniquesAlso features: revised and updated content, new research studies, new photos, new simplified layout
We can't really give specific medical advice in this sub. However, I would recommend getting yourself a copy of "How to Treat Your Own Neck" by Robin McKenzie. The techniques within the book are from a school of classification and treatment known as Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment (MDT) or the McKenzie Method. The method certainly isn't the be all end all of treating neck pain, but it can often be useful and is a simple way for you to treat yourself.
Otherwise, I would recommend that you see a qualified medical professional.
How to Treat Your Own Neck
Treat Your Own Neck by Robin McKenzie
Robin McKenzie's book "Treat Your Own Neck" helped me a lot previously. I've had several neck & disc issues.
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hey Tilly.
here's my recommendation, unless you've suffered serious trama, most spine and neck injuries are muscle related. (including whiplash) and your best treatment is physical therapy. (having seen it in action, and made a video for a doctor at a conference of doctors...)
There's two great (small) books on the subject Treat your own Neck and Treat your own back they both have treatments for both injuries, and prevention.
here's another testimonial, (one of the comments in there is by a friend that I gave copies to)
It's quite possible you have a comorbid condition like arthritis or a disc problem or spinal stenosis. You should see a neurologist. The neurologist will probably order brain and neck MRIs. Depending on what is found there will determine your course of treatment.
In my case I have marked arthritis plus spinal stenosis in my neck plus an old shoulder injury. This turns into a neck spasm which results in super severe headaches. I have a history of migraine so sometimes it triggers a migraine as well. My treatment was 3 months of PT, Tylenol (can't take NSAIDs) and muscle relaxers. I continue to lift weights to keep my neck and shoulders in shape, plus do neck stretches, plus do yoga. My yoga teacher has bad neck problems (bulging discs) so we do neck exercises in every class. It has helped quite a bit.
You can check out /r/migraine and /r/chronicpain. I have written about my story there before.
Books on neck exercises: The McKenzie Method. It goes over posture as well as stretches. Posture is super critical, even sleeping posture. And Back Exercises by Dava Sobel. It has a whole chapter of neck exercises.
/r/frugal may have some advice on the low cost medical front, try asking there.
In addition to that, depending on where the root of your nerve issue is some of the therapy laid out in this book and on pages like this can help alleviate the issue.