Pain in the neck is used to describe an unpleasant or irksome for a reason, moreover irritating and painful, neck ache. The problem is that while some neck discomfort begins in the neck, other uncomfortable symptoms can originate in the shoulders. Similar to how some neck pain can lead to shoulder pain. You must understand the source of your pain in order to receive the proper care. Here’s how to distinguish between shoulder aches and neck pain.
CAN NECK CONDITIONS LEAD TO SHOULDER PAIN?
Your cervical spine, the top of your spinal column, is made up of your neck bones. Your spinal column forms a protective tunnel for your nerves from your neck all the way down to your lower back. Your spinal column serves as the passageway for all of your body’s nerves. The nerves leave the spinal column at precise locations along the length of your spine and branch out to various regions of your body.
Some of the nerves in your neck pass to your shoulders and upper back. Even though the irritation is in your neck, when those nerves are affected, you can experience pain and other symptoms in your shoulders.
The muscles, tendons, and ligaments of your neck and shoulder “share” parts of the same structures. Shoulder pain may also occur if your neck muscles are strained or irritated. Also, if a tendon in your shoulder becomes irritated, it may result in a little neck discomfort. In fact, the neck and shoulder are so closely related that the region has developed its own unique moniker: Schneck
CAUSES OF NECK AND SHOULDER DISCOMFORT
The majority of neck and shoulder pain is brought on by sports-related sprains and strains, excessive exercise, or poor posture.
- Soft-tissue damage
- Whiplash rotator cuff tear
- Cervical disc disease
- Strained nerve
- Disc herniation
- Posture and position when sleeping
- Chest pain
- Enduring gina
- Cervical artery dissection or a stroke
- Shattered collarbone
- Shoulder blade fracture
- Frozen shoulder
- Bursitis or tendinitis in the shoulder
- Shoulder dislocation
RECOGNIZE THE SIGNS OF NECK PAIN AND SHOULDER PAIN
Despite the fact that the neck and shoulder are interconnected, there are ways to identify the source of your problem. Usually, pain in your shoulder has the following causes :
- Radiant energy enters your upper arm
- Worsens when you reach behind your back or with your arms extended
- It hurts worse while lifting things
- After resting your arm, you feel better
On the other hand, neck pain frequently results in these signs and symptoms :
- Electric shock-like pain that occasionally radiates down your arm
- Neck pain that worsens with movement or twisting
- Pain along the side or base of your neck that is not reduced by rest but maybe with support
SHOULDER ACHE AND NECK PAIN ON ONE SIDE
On one side of the neck, pain is frequent. This is typically caused by strains or sprains on that side or by an uncomfortable sleeping position. Those who are right-handed may be more prone to right shoulder or neck strain.
Gallstones or an inflamed gallbladder can also cause pain, particularly in the right shoulder.
TREATING SHOULDER AND NECK PAIN
The underlying reason will determine how neck and shoulder discomfort is treated. Home remedies, physical therapy, and massage, if needed surgery will improve the majority of other conditions.
You should see a doctor if your neck or shoulder pain is chronic or persistent. Make an appointment with Specialty Care Clinics right now at (469) 545-9983 to learn what is causing your uncomfortable symptoms.