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Neck pain is a common issue caused by poor posture, overuse of the neck muscles, and age-related wear and tear.
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It can also be caused by more serious conditions such as spinal stenosis, herniated disk, pinched nerve, and tumors.
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To prevent neck pain, maintain good posture and avoid straining the neck muscles.
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If the pain persists, seek medical care.
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Poor Posture – Poor posture is one of the commonest causes of pain in the nape of neck or back of the neck. Improper posture when sitting, reading, during desk jobs or when sleeping can affect the neck. Sleeping in awkward position, use of inappropriate pillows, etc.
What Can Cause Pain in Nape of Neck & How is it Treated? - Epainassist
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Poor posture — whether from leaning over a computer or hunching over a workbench — strains neck muscles. Osteoarthritis also is a common cause of neck pain.
Rarely, neck pain can be a symptom of a more serious problem.
Neck pain - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
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Your neck may hurt and feel tight or knotted, and it may be impossible to turn your head. When you wake up with a painful, stiff neck, that's likely a…
The 7 faces of neck pain - Harvard Health
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