How to recover from a neck muscle strain

First, apply ice packs to reduce swelling. Then use warm compresses to help dilate blood vessels, improve blood supply, and promote muscle recovery. Additionally, anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medications may be taken orally, as well as muscle relaxants. After a neck muscle strain, avoid prolonged periods of looking down at your phone or working at a desk. It is best to sleep on a firm mattress, with a low pillow placed under the neck to help alleviate neck muscle injury.