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If your neck hurts when you move or if it’s so stiff you can barely move it, you may have a sprained neck. While you should see a doctor to rule out any serious injury or conditions, there's a lot you can do to help treat your sprained neck at home. Just take it easy, as even a minor neck sprain can take 4-6 weeks to heal. In the mean time, follow along with our guide for home remedies, exercises, and stretches you can use to help ease your discomfort.
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- Be sure to use slow, controlled movements when performing any neck stretch.Thanks
- Take a break from activities that could be dangerous due to a limited ability to turn your head (like driving or biking).Thanks
- Avoid going to the chiropractor to treat severe neck pain or stiffness—go to your doctor to rule out any serious conditions.Thanks
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Warnings
- If your neck is stiff or unable to move at all, see a doctor right away and don’t try to “snap” it free—you might cause more harm!Thanks
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References
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