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Having to deal with neck pain can be very debilitating. Neck pain may develop for several reasons. It may happen because your muscles and your neck become weak as you age. 

It may also be because of poor posture. They're also times when you may have a stiff neck simply because you slept in a bad position. Whatever the cause of your neck pain there are some remedies you can try to help alleviate your discomfort. 

Here's a look at some of the most effective ones.

Heat and Ice

Heat and Ice are two of the most effective remedies for pain in your neck. You can use ice for 2 to 3 days to see if you can alleviate any swelling that may be causing the pain. 

You can use heat once you have done three days of ice. Use hot compresses, warm showers, or even heating pads. After you have finished using heat for this period you can then go on to apply ice. 

This will help to relieve your pain. Along with this remedy you can use over-the-counter medications as well. Any pain reliever that contains acetaminophen is usually safe.

Get a Massage

Massages also provide an effective form of relief for neck pain. Whoever is doing your massage should do it gently as you don't want to further aggravate the painful areas. Get a professional massage if possible. 

Professionals will understand that the massage motions should be directed towards the heart so that it increases blood flow to your veins. Motions that do not go from the neck toward the heart can be problematic. This is why it's always better to get this professionally done.

If you feel your neck pain is severe then go to a chiropractor at Kaizo Health for assistance as they will be able to do these types of massage for you in addition to other forms of treatment.

Proper Posture and Position

You should always try to maintain proper posture and position to help relieve or prevent neck pain. Always think carefully about how you sleep. 

Sleeping on your stomach will undoubtedly cause you to twist your head. Sleeping on your stomach also affects your lower back in some cases.

The way you sit at a computer is also important. If you work in an office or even from home. Keep your monitor at eye level at all times and get a chair that will allow you to sit up straight. 

Get a standing desk that you can adjust from a sitting to a standing position whenever you need to stretch your legs. This will help to maintain good posture and prevent neck pain.

Preventing neck pain is something you should always be striving for. The best way to do it is by using the three strategies that have been discussed here. If you do these consistently and get professional help, especially from a chiropractor you should be able to ward off neck pain.