People often experience neck pain for various reasons, including stress, strain, or poor posture. Though it mostly subsides with proper rest and self-care, sometimes you might feel constant and severe pain. And it might be a sign that something is wrong.
ANF Therapy®️ is the newest and most advanced treatment option for your neck pain. It not only aims to relieve your symptoms but addresses the underlying cause of pain in the neck. This therapy uses specialised ANF Devices that are charged with certain frequencies to strengthen compromised and weak neurological frequencies. This way, ANF Therapy®️ is designed to activate your body’s own healing process.
If you wonder, “How do I know if my neck pain is serious?” you’re in the right place. Let’s explore some warning signs that may signal that it’s time to get treatment.
Signs to know if the neck pain is serious
Here are some telltale signs that indicate your neck pain is serious and you might need medical attention:
1. The pain is severe
If your neck pain is severe enough to disrupt your daily activities and restrict movement, it may signal a serious problem. Since intense pain can occur due to various medical conditions, including herniated discs, fractures, or infections, it’s not something to ignore.
2. You experience persistent pain
While neck pain usually improves over time, it should be taken seriously if it persists for more than a week. Several chronic diseases, like arthritis or spinal stenosis, can lead to constant pain that needs proper treatment.
3. You have fever, headache, and stiffness
You may experience stiffness, fever, headache, fatigue, nausea, and neck pain. These symptoms could indicate an infection, such as bacterial meningitis. This condition causes inflammation (swelling) in the membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. And ignoring it can lead to severe complications.
4. You feel tingling and numbness
Another key sign of severe neck pain is experiencing tingling or numbness. This sensation may suggest nerve compression caused by a herniated disc. Therefore, such symptoms should not be overlooked, especially pain in the neck.
5. The pain radiates to your arm
In some cases, neck pain may radiate down into your arm. This can indicate nerve involvement, often associated with a herniated disc or cervical radiculopathy. Sometimes, you may also experience numbness or tingling alongside it.
6. You feel extreme instability
Feeling unstable or having difficulty maintaining balance can also be alarming, as it may suggest fractures or torn ligaments. This often occurs due to an injury and can be detected through an X-ray.
7. Do you have chest pain or pressure
If you feel pressure or pain in the chest along with neck pain, it could be a sign of a severe cardiac problem, such as angina or a heart attack. This requires urgent treatment; otherwise, it can be life-threatening.
8. There’s no response to treatment
It is concerning when neck pain fails to respond to over-the-counter medications or home remedies after a reasonable period. This may suggest an underlying condition that requires a more targeted treatment approach.
9. You experience loss of coordination or weakness
Sometimes, you may feel weakness in your legs, loss of coordination in your arms and legs, and neck pain. This may indicate nerve or spinal cord problems. For example, cervical myelopathy occurs due to the compression of the spinal cord, which may lead to coordination problems.
10. You have a loss of bowel or bladder control
Serious neck pain can be due to severe compression of the spinal cord. As a result of this, you may experience loss of bowel or bladder control. Seek immediate treatment if this occurs.
11. You notice unexplained weight loss
Another indicator that your neck pain is serious is unexplained weight loss. It may suggest some underlying health problems, such as infections, metabolic disorders, or cancer.
12. You’ve had a recent injury or trauma
If neck pain arises after a recent injury or trauma, such as a fall or an accident, it shouldn’t be overlooked. Since trauma can lead to fractures, dislocations, or soft tissue injuries, it may need proper treatment to recover.
How does ANF Therapy®️ help you in treating neck pain?
ANF Therapy®️ is the newest treatment for managing injuries and pain. This is a non-invasive and drug-free approach to treating various health issues, including neck pain. ANF Neuro Orthopaedic practitioners diagnose neck pain by taking a history and performing a detailed neurological and physical examination.
History:
They will take a detailed history and gather information about your disease and symptoms. They may ask the following questions:
- What are your active complaints?
- Which side of the neck is affected?
- How much pain do you have?
- Does this pain radiate down to your shoulders or arm?
- Does this pain affect your daily lifestyle activities?
- Are there any aggravating and relieving factors?
- Occupational history
- Do you have any history of previous surgery or trauma?
Physical examination:
During physical examination, your ANF Orthopaedic therapists will asses your neck’s range of motion, tenderness, and shoulder movements and palpate your nerve and lymph nodes. This will help them diagnose the underlying cause of the disease.
Other physical tests that can be performed to diagnose neck pain include the following:
1-Spurling test:
In this test, your ANF Therapists will ask you to tilt your head on the affected side and apply pressure to see the intensity of the pain. If the pain intensity increases, it indicates nerve compressions.
2-Neck Distraction Test:
In this test, your ANF Therapist will pull your head and lift it slightly. If the pain decreases during this, it suggests nerve compression or cervical disc herniation.
3-Valsalva Maneuver:
During this test, your ANF Therapists will ask you to forcefully exhale with a closed mouth and nose. If pressure in the spinal canal increases and results in pain, it indicates nerve compression or cervical disc herniation.
Neurological examination:
A neurological examination is necessary for evaluating pain in the neck. During this, your ANF Therapists will evaluate
- Radiation of pain from neck to shoulder and arm
- Weakness in neck, shoulder, or arm muscles
- Checking the reflex of your upper limbs
Application of ANF Devices:
Your ANF Therapists will apply different types of ANF Devices to your neck and other affected areas of your body. These devices include anti-inflammatory and antioxidant devices that not only reduce inflammation but also decrease muscle tension, increase muscle strength and strengthen neurological frequencies.
Expected outcome:
According to Dr. Mikel H-G Hoff, ANF Therapy®️ has successfully treated hundreds of patients with neck pain. Most patients feel immediate relief soon after the application of ANF Devices. The results of these devices vary from person to person, depending upon the severity of the disease and underlying cause.
Follow-up:
ANF Devices are removed after 3 days of application and applied again. Your ANF Therapists will give you a personalised treatment plan and discuss the total number of sessions required to treat neck pain.
Start your journey with ANF Therapy®️:
ANF Therapy®️ offers an innovative and newest treatment for managing any type of neck pain. This non-pharmacological therapy provides a safe and effective approach that reduces inflammation, strengthens neurological frequencies and decreases muscle tension. If you have neck pain, consult an ANF Practitioner or find an ANF Therapist at https://www.anftherapy.com/find-clinic/to start your treatment with ANF Therapy®️ today!
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