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Very bad neck pain, possibly misdiagnosed as cervical dystonia
Hello after I do 2 walks in a row or more on 2 different days I have tense neck muscles which cause serious pain and I will for sure wake up on the 2nd night with an incredible whey seems like a headache but it's the neck muscles in a tight, almost spasm. Already had 50 units of botox type A in the neck however they have only stopped the intense spasms but not the pain. Seeing a neurologist in 2 weeks. Have to dose myself with anti inflammatory medication and robaxin to ease it. Every time I see a doctor I get a different opinion on what to do and who to see from biokinetisist (spelling) to neurologist. Has anyone else had this type of thing and what was the most effective treatment? The walks are only about 9000 steps on a flat promenade. I'm hoping the neuro will help me. Thanks in advance
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Have you had an MRI? I waited for many years before I got one. Two surgeries later, I’m better.
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1 ReactionI have cervical dystonia also. Mine is secondary to large nexk surgery. Botox works well but i also had a large soaking tub installed. I use it every day with epson salt and it works great! If thumis ia not feasible for you tou coukd try alternating heat and ice (20 minutes every 2 hours as able) i also find lting down a few times a day really helped. The neck muscles hold up the head which is heavy (i think like 11 pounds). So lying down gives these muscles a well deserved break
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2 ReactionsI think the neuro will probably order one so I wait until the 30th
But I'm very nervous to have surgery it will be a last resort
Lying down is the best. I have not tried the hot /cold combination I just massage my neck with arnica /voltaren gel. It's the headaches at night they wake me up that are the worst!
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