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Mother nature has put together the amazing structure of the human body, The skeleton, a collection of separate, yet connected bones all held to gether by a series of interconnected muscles, sinews and cartilage. The movement of our neck and back are really determined by the state of our bodies. If we neglect keeping our muscles in good shape and partake in regular exercise we will quickly find out how easily we can damage our necks and spines causing back and neck pain.

As the neck, spine and tissues are so inter-related back and neck pain can occur simultaneously. Both these areas are so vulnerable to stresses and strains that they act as a sort of warning signal of the spine and surrounding areas suffering from any kind of damage.

As the neck and back are densely packed with bone, connective, muscle, nerve, and blood vessel tissues, any slight displacement or trace of injury can cause severe pain and discomfort. Before any real assistance can be given there are a number of tests required before the true cause can be diagnosed only then can steps be taken for symptomatic relief.

As a preventative measure it is recommended that physical exercise become an integral part of daily activity to promote muscle tone and good posture which will protect the back and neck. We do not realise that our normal daily activity places heavy stress and strain on our bodies. For example Simple acts of standing or sitting in a fixed position for long periods put the back and the neck under sustained pressure.

Without support and adequate rest these simple events can cause the kind of damage which produces pain. Similarly, sudden exertion may catch tissues unprepared, so simple stretching and strengthening exercises can go a long way in preparing our bodies to tolerate the physical demands which we place on our necks and backs.

With just a little forethought everyone can review their work, recreation, and sleep habits to try and prevent or deal with back and neck pain in the first instance. For example a defective mattress or chair, an unwelcome draft of cold air from an air-conditioning vent, or even from a fan, vigorous exercise without warming up and cooling down, and working for long hours without breaks, are some of the common causes which we may heap on our spines, without being conscious of its long term effects. In most cases common sense can work wonders in correcting harmful habits, if only we take a good look at how we work, rest, and play.

If Back and Neck Pain Persist What Do You Do?

It must be determined if the back and neck pain is classified as acute or chronic in nature, if so you will need quick medical attention. However, back and neck pain is too common to take seriously every time. There is no dearth of remedies to pick up from retail shelves, and to deal with minor accidents, or from sudden surges of physical activity, which we encounter in life, and which place increased surges of loads on various parts of our spines.

Normally a healthy body has the natural ability to recover from such excesses in a matter of days, if symptoms persist for a week or more, then it is time to seek medical help. In the first place a primary care physician is the best person to approach for help, though he/she may refer you to a specialist if required. If you are suffering from unbearable pain, particularly in the back, a visit to an Emergency Room is recommended.

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