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Should Neck And Shoulder Pain After A Fall Be Of Concern?
Saturday night I fell in the bathroom partly because of being half asleep and because my legs fell asleep. Monday I noticed a bump on my head. That apparently explained the headaches I was getting. Today I woke up with severe neck and shoulder pain. It s spreading to the other side. The bump is pretty much gone. It was on the same side of my head as the shoulder pain. Should I be concerned?
Wed, 13 May 2015
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I don't think this is anything to worry about. It sounds like you have some muscular soreness after the fall. This is similar to having a whiplash type injury.
If you are experiencing stiffness then apply some heat and perform some gentle stretching. Massage and physical therapy can also help.
If you have a lot of pain then take an over the counter medicine like Tylenol or ibuprofen.
Best wishes. I hope this helps.
Adrian Rawlinson MD
I don't think this is anything to worry about. It sounds like you have some muscular soreness after the fall. This is similar to having a whiplash type injury.
If you are experiencing stiffness then apply some heat and perform some gentle stretching. Massage and physical therapy can also help.
If you have a lot of pain then take an over the counter medicine like Tylenol or ibuprofen.
Best wishes. I hope this helps.
Adrian Rawlinson MD
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