Pain in the neck which radiates into the shoulder

Pain in the neck! Pain in the neck which radiates to other areas is usually a result of nerves being trapped. The cause of the trapped nerve can be tight muscles, disc damage, or formation of bony deposits. Symptoms are: Deep pain in the neck which radiates into the shoulder, arms or fingers. Pain radiating up the neck into the head. Pain in the neck causing dizziness or headaches. What can you do? Rest. Wear a neck collar to allow muscles to recover. See a sports injury professional who can advise on rehabilitation, mobility and strengthening. What can a sports injury specialist or doctor do? Determine the cause of pain. Prescribe anti-inflammatory medication. Use sports massage techniques to relax muscles. Apply traction. Prescribe and monitor a rehabilitation programme.   The information contained on this site is purely a source of information and can at no time replace the expert eye of a qualified professional. We recommend seeking professional advice before embarking on any form of self treatment. Neither the content or nor any other service provided through mybesttennis.com is intended to be relied on for medical diagnosis or treatment. Never delay in seeking professional advice because of something seen on mybesttennis.com.