Neck pain and weakness after chiropractic adjustment?

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I have been seeing the same chiropractor for many years and I used to have severe neck pain. IT has been GONE for years. Today however he cracked my neck as usual but an hour later, I had moderate pain that is getting worse and feels like real sudden weakness like I can't hold my head up.It also feels like the left side of my neck has muscles that are very tense now. What should I do?

massage therapist · Accepted Answer

If your neck pain has been "gone for years" why are you having your neck cracked?  I think you should get to a ER pronto, and make sure you tell them you had a "adjustment" from a chiropractor ( very important info ) in case you are having a stroke.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvmVnfJpY8E

Anonymous · Answer

Have had this. I continued with the muscle relaxers, anti-inflammatories (ibuprofen in large doses) and pain medication (but used only tylenol as time went on). I also went to physical therapy. What seemed to help the most was continuing the exercises recommended by the physical therapist at home for increased back muscle strength to support the aching back. I also started walking. Slowly at first and then over the weeks, increasing it to 30 minutes and walking faster and then up to one hour. The warm muscles from walking seem to decrease the pain and eventually, one year later, I am pain free with no lifting restrictions. I never went to a chiropractor during the entire time. That was a personal choice of mine. One other thing, sleeping position is important - on either side with pillow between the knees to keep the spine straight and getting up and walking around hourly. Sitting for long periods of time weakens back muscles and allows them to stiffen up. Hope some of this helps.

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Neck pain and weakness after chiropractic adjustment?

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