You know how painful and irritating it is to wake up with a stiff neck. Your daily activities are affected as they will limit your ability to move and focus on what you are doing. It will also prevent you from getting a good night's sleep. 

A stiff neck is usually caused by bad sleeping posture, tension, stress, or bad body postures. However, you have nothing to worry about as it is temporary and can easily be cured at home. Of course, you should always talk to your doctor about treatments to try, but this gives you a look at some common at-home neck pain treatments.

Stretch Your Neck

You can do some basic motion exercises to maintain and strengthen neck muscles. There are simple and safe stretches that you can do at your desk or in your car.  

• Move your head toward your right shoulder until you feel a stretch. You can use your right hand to gently guide your head toward the shoulder.
• Hold for 30 seconds, and repeat on the other side.

Doing this, will increase the blood flow in a particular area and reduce inflammation. If you feel severe pain while doing a neck stretch, see your doctor immediately.

Apply Hot or Cold Compress

You can apply heat or ice to the painful area. It relaxes your muscles and increases the flow of blood in the neck. Applying ice can help reduce inflammation while heat can soothe sore neck muscles. Use ice for the first 48 to 72 hours, then use heat after that. Do this at least 2-3 times a day for instant relief. 

Take a Warm Bath with Epsom Salt

This warm water bath helps to relax and soothe the tightened muscles, while the salt helps to reduce inflammation and improve blood flow. Do it for about 15 to 20 minutes once a day. Although Epsom salt is not recommended for people with diabetes, high blood pressure, or heart conditions.

Use Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is an excellent home remedy to treat a stiff neck. It has anti-inflammatory properties that make it a versatile and reliable pain relief remedy. Soak a napkin or tissue in some apple cider vinegar and place it on your neck. Leave it in the pain area for an hour and repeat it at least twice a day.

Have a Massage

Did you know that massage can help to lessen muscle tensions that cause you to have a stiff neck? There are a lot of ways to massage that you can do for yourself, however, it is best to have a massage partner or visit a massage professional for help.

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