Joint Pain Caused by Arthritis Video Joints are present at every point in the body where two bones come together, and are instrumental in providing flexibility and producing movement in the body. In addition to flexibility, joints are responsible for creating stability and maintaining an
Any type of arthritis in the shoulder can cause severe shoulder pain and limit mobility, making physical activity challenging. However, not exercising the shoulder can result in muscle atrophy, joint instability, further joint degeneration, and possibly a frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). Under the guidance of
Whiplash occurs when the neck and head are suddenly forced backward and then forward, putting the cervical spine through lightning-quick motions and extreme stresses. See Types of Neck Pain Whiplash can be caused by various high-impact events, but it most commonly happens when a person is
Cervical radiculopathy is the clinical description of when a nerve root in the cervical spine becomes inflamed or damaged, resulting in a change in neurological function. Neurological deficits, such as numbness, altered reflexes, or weakness, may radiate anywhere from the neck into the shoulder, arm, hand, or
Having neck pain alone is challenging enough, especially if it involves neck stiffness and reduced head mobility. When headache is also present, additional problems may include increased pain, visual disturbances, concentration issues, dizziness, or others. See Understanding Neck Pain and Dizziness Several conditions can cause neck pain and
Most cases of neck pain and stiffness start to get better within a few days, but sometimes the symptoms become chronic and last much longer or keep coming back. In addition to lifestyle changes, most treatment plans for chronic stiff neck involve a combination of
Neck pain and dizziness can flare up and worsen unexpectedly, causing difficulty with concentration, standing, and/or walking. To help manage or reduce neck pain and dizziness flare-ups, some tips to try at home include: Sitting or lying down, which typically helps alleviate the discomfort or unsteadiness of
Poor posture is a common cause of recurring neck pain and stiffness. In most cases, daily neck stretches and exercises are recommended to improve posture and reduce the risk of neck pain returning or becoming worse. When performed multiple times throughout the day, the following
Chronic neck pain can range from an achy annoyance to shock-like pain that goes into the arm and becomes debilitating. Neck pain is typically classified as chronic when it persists or regularly recurs for at least 3 months. Video: Neck Pain Causes Learn about the
Brachial neuritis is a condition in which at least part of the brachial plexus—a group of nerves that run from the neck and upper back through the shoulder—becomes inflamed and typically causes severe shoulder pain. While the intense pain usually subsides within a few days,