Other ways to avoid neck pain
Surgery is used in the worst-case scenario, but it’s not always appropriate for neck pain. If the cause of your neck pain doesn’t require surgery but traditional treatment options aren’t working, there are a few other methods you can try.
An article from Harvard Health suggests checking and updating your prescription if you wear glasses. As Dr. Zacharia Issac explains, when you’re wearing glasses that aren’t ideal for you, you tend to lean your head back more when you can see better.
When you’re sleeping, avoid using too many pillows. Stacking your pillows too high under your head can put your neck in an uncomfortable position and possibly contribute to your pain. Avoid lifting heavy objects, such as large pieces of furniture, in case the strain is causing or worsening your back or neck pain. Finally, make sure you’re sleeping properly. Lack of sleep can actually worsen musculoskeletal pain, such as the pain you feel in your neck.
