درد شانه و گردن یکی از شایع‌ترین مشکلات اسکلتی–عضلانی در زندگی مدرن است که می‌تواند از یک گرفتگی گردن یا شانه ساده تا یک مشکل جدی در ستون فقرات متغیر باشد.

سبک زندگی کم‌ تحرک، استفاده طولانی از موبایل و کامپیوتر، استرس و افزایش سن باعث شده‌اند این درد در سنین مختلف دیده شود. Knowing the cause of shoulder and neck pain, the location of pain, warning signs and scientific treatment methods plays an important role in preventing it from becoming chronic.

Many people do not know what exactly is the cause of neck and shoulder pain, when it becomes dangerous and what is the best treatment method.

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What is meant by shoulder and neck pain and why is it common?

Shoulder and neck pain is any type of pain, stiffness, inflammation or discomfort in the neck, shoulder, shoulder and surrounding muscles. This pain may be:

• Localized or following the spread of pain.
• It spreads to the arm, head or back.
• It can be acute (several days) or chronic (more than 3 months). Continuous
• Degenerative changes of the spine

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The cause of shoulder and neck pain

Knowing the cause is the most important step in choosing the best treatment.

Muscle cramps and shoulder and neck fatigue

Fatigue and muscle cramps are the most common cause of neck and shoulder pain. Prolonged sitting, working on the phone, driving or stress causes constant muscle contraction.

Symptoms:

• Dull pain
• Muscle stiffness
• Reduced range of motion

Inflammation of neck and shoulder

Inflammation can occur in muscles, tendons or joints. This condition is usually accompanied by:

• pain when moving
• sensitivity to touch
• sometimes mild swelling

and may occur due to overuse or minor injury.

Neck disc and shoulder pain

In the neck disc, the protrusion of the disc puts pressure on the nerve roots and the pain spreads to the shoulder or arm.

Symptoms Common:

• Shooting pain
• Tingling or numbness in hand
• Muscle weakness

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Nerve pain and neck and shoulder sciatica

Nerve pain It occurs when the nerve is pressed or irritated. The term neck and shoulder sciatica refers to shooting pains that radiate from the neck to the shoulders and hands.

Referred pain (such as right shoulder and liver pain)

Referred pain is pain that originates elsewhere in the body. Examples:

• Right shoulder and liver pain
• Left shoulder pain and heart problems

In these cases, a medical examination is necessary.

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Shoulder and neck pain by location and side of pain

The location of the pain can give an important clue to its cause.

Right shoulder and neck pain

It may be due to:

• Muscle cramps
• Excessive use of the dominant hand
• Referred pain from the liver or gall bladder

.

Left shoulder and neck pain

In most cases, it is muscular. But if it is accompanied by:

• shortness of breath
• chest pain
• sweating

, it needs an urgent cardiac examination.

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Back pain and Shoulder

is often caused by:

• improper body position
• working for a long time with the computer
• weakness of deep neck muscles

.

pain between shoulder and neck

usually due to:

• muscle spasm
• stress
• chronic muscle fatigue

Neck and shoulder pain

can be a symptom of:

• neck disc
• joint inflammation
• nerve involvement

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Warning signs of shoulder and neck pain

When is the pain not simple?

If you see these symptoms, it is necessary to see a doctor, Dr. Mohammad Hossein Delshad:

• Severe and persistent pain
• Numbness or weakness of the hand
• Pain spreading to the chest Chest
• History of trauma or accident
• Fever or unexplained weight loss

What is the treatment?

Treatment should be appropriate to the cause.

Home remedies and care

• Relative rest (not complete immobility)
• Hot or cold compress
• Correcting sitting position
• Reducing prolonged use of posture Mobile

Physiotherapy and corrective exercises

Physiotherapy is one of the most effective methods for:

• Reducing pain
• Increasing flexibility
• Preventing relapse

Stretching and strengthening exercises play a key role.

Medical and pharmaceutical treatment

If Requirement:

• Pedicians
• Muscle relaxers
• Anti-inflammatory drugs

Used only with doctor's prescription.

Treatment of shoulder and neck pain caused by cervical disc

• Specialized physiotherapy
• Lifestyle modification
• In special cases, injection or surgery

Relief of neck and shoulder stiffness and fatigue in Daily life

• Regular breaks at work
• Regular exercise
• Stress control
• Adequate sleep with a standard pillow

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Which doctor should we see for shoulder and neck pain?

Depending on the severity and cause:

• Pain specialist
• General practitioner
• Orthopedic specialist
• Neurologist
• Physiotherapist