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Cervicalgia

Specialty: Musculoskeletal.

  • neck pain
  • torticollis
  • cervical pain

Why it occurs

  • Contraction/mechanical
  • Cervical osteoarthritis
  • Whiplash
  • Cervical radiculopathy
  • Meningismus (if fever)

Initial workup

Cervical and neurological examination; X-ray or MRI only if there is a deficit or alarm.

red flags

Cervicalgia + fever and neck stiffness, or neurological deficit in the arms → urgent study.

Standard management

  • Paracetamol/NSAID — analgesia
  • Muscle relaxant — spasm, short duration

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousAdhesive capsulitis of the shoulder
Area
Musculoskeletal
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
2
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