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Neck (soft tissue) Injury

Source: www.stgeorges.nhs.uk
Topic: Soft Tissue
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Sort Desciption: You have injured the soft tissue (skin, muscles and connecting tissue) of your neck. It is not always necessary to have an Xray, but you may have had one. ...

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Neck (soft tissue) Injury St Georges Healthcare NHS Trust Accident and Emergency You have injured the soft tissue (skin, muscles and connecting tissue) of your neck. It is not always necessary to have an Xray, but you may have had one. Soft tissue injuries to the neck usually get worse in the first 48 hours, before they get better. It is very important that you follow the advice below. Take regular pain killers see the Pain Relief Advice card. Exercise your neck (see overleaf) Keep your neck warm with a scarf. Use a hot water bottle or ice pack to soothe aches. Remember never apply ice packs directly to the skin. Always wrap in a tea towel and keep on the injured area for 2-3 minutes at a time). Neck exercises Tilt your head forward to put your chin on your chest and relax, then tilt your head back and relax. Turn your head to look over each shoulder. Look straight and then tilt your head to try to touch your shoulder with your ear. Do each of these 10 times, 4 times a day (stop if they cause pain). Neck (soft tissue) Injury St Georges Healthcare NHS Trust When to seek advice Contact your GP, a physiotherapist or the Accident and Emergency Department if: You develop numbness in your arms You develop weakness in your arms or legs You have difficulty walking Your symptoms do not settle. Specific advice about your neck injury: Further advice If you have any questions, please contact NHS Direct (a health information phoneline) 0845 46 47 Your GP St. Georges Hospital Accident and Emergency Department 020 8672 1255

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