Hump on the neck: causes and methods of elimination
Causes of pathology
The reasons for the development of the disease are: non-compliance with a healthy lifestyle, poor posture, physical inactivity, increased adrenal function. One of the main reasons for the development of stoop is an increased static load on the cervical spine. This problem is especially typical for people who work or spend many hours in a sitting position. In this case, muscle spasms associated with constant overload may occur, which leads to a loss of elasticity and the development of a stable position of the back in a state of pathological convexity.
How to remove a hump on the neck?
To stop the development of this pathology, certain rules should be observed:
- Try to choose a bed of moderate firmness and do not use bedding that is too soft.
- Avoid pillows thicker than 10 cm.
- Start going to the pool regularly.
- Periodically take courses of physiotherapy and therapeutic massage.
Massage and its benefits
Of all the activities that you should carry out, the first place should be given to massage. Sometimes the cervical hump develops after heavy physical exertion, which leads to muscle compaction. In such cases, therapeutic massage will help prevent the development of the disease. It is useful to take baths before the procedure to soften the hump. In the first three days, preference should be given to soda baths, and in the next three baths with chamomile decoction are well suited. Before the massage procedure, we recommend applying mustard compresses to the bulge area for three days with a break of one day. The hump on the neck should be covered with a linen towel, previously soaked in cold water. On top, you can hide with a blanket or a woolen scarf. And in this position, you should rest for about two hours. Your doctor may prescribe courses of anti-inflammatory therapy and physiotherapy.
Not a step without a specialist
As a result of these measures, the disease will regress, and the hump on the neck will gradually disappear. However, you should be warned that any medical procedure (be it massage or physiotherapy) should be agreed with your doctor in advance. For example, a lipoma in the region of the cervical spine is removed only by an invasive (surgical) way, and in case of neoplasms, therapeutic massage is sometimes contraindicated. If a hump on the neck develops as a result of hormonal disorders, then it is necessary to consult an endocrinologist.
Prevention of this disease
To relieve muscle tension, it is good to do gymnastics and yoga. A hump on the neck will not develop if you correctly organize your workplace at the computer. The chair must have a back and armrests. It is advisable for the feet to be on the floor or on a special stand during work. Take at least three-minute breaks during work and do gymnastics that will help relieve muscle strain.
