What causes shoulder and neck pain?
Disease description:
Prolonged work with the head bent forward has caused pain in the shoulders and neck; what are the reasons for this?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Neck and shoulder pain is a common symptom that can be caused by various factors.
1. Muscle or soft tissue injury: This includes muscle strains, sprains, tendonitis, and ligament injuries. Prolonged poor posture, such as looking down at a phone or working at a computer, can lead to muscle tension and strain, causing pain.
2. Cervical spondylosis: Degenerative changes in the cervical intervertebral discs may compress the spinal cord or nerve roots, resulting in neck and shoulder pain. Prolonged flexed-head posture and poor posture may be contributing factors.
3. Inflammatory diseases: Conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis can cause inflammatory reactions in multiple joints throughout the body, including the neck and shoulder areas, leading to pain and restricted movement.
4. Periarthritis of the shoulder: Inflammation around the shoulder joint can irritate nerve endings, causing neck and shoulder pain. This condition is commonly seen in middle-aged and elderly individuals.
5. Trauma: Injuries such as bumps or impacts may cause soft tissue damage or fractures in the neck and shoulder area, resulting in pain.
6. Cervical instability: Prolonged head-down posture or working at a desk may lead to cervical instability, irritating the nerve roots and causing pain.
If neck and shoulder pain persists or is accompanied by severe symptoms, it is recommended to seek medical treatment immediately.
