Slept weird I think

[RainbowPrism]

I awoke with a very 'achey' neck, and have had this all day now, taken painkillers and hot water bottles on neck and its still the same, although I cant describe it as a pain exactly, this constant ache is getting me down, making me feel poorly, my work colleagues told me I looked ill and pale today too..what can i do to alleviate this....I tried to get some sleep once i reached home, but the ache is making even sitting and lyin down uncomfortable...thanks for any help....

[bednobs]

1) you say you have taken painkillers - what pain killers have you taken, and have you taken more than 1 dose?

[Brinjal]

Voltarin gel. great stuff.

[RainbowPrism]

just been taking anadin extra every few hours...didn't think of pain relief gel....

[carmalee]

do you think it's muscular or do you feel ill? If it's just muscular use ice on it - without stating the obvious make sure you don't 'burn' by wrapping the ice in a towel - or use a packet of frozen peas. Use for about 15/20 minutes at a time as often as poss. Soak in a bath too. If you aren't allergic to it take Ibruprofen.

[RainbowPrism]

Thanks carmalee! I have Ibuprofen but it upsets my stomach quite bad, so dont like taking it, im such a wuss, will try the bag of frozen peas now though....have had hot on neck all day, didnt think of trying cold.... :)

[carmalee]

based on very bitter experience PR I'm sorry to say- have been back to the osteopath again today for another session to get my neck and back unkinked a bit - been like it off and on for the past 20 years as the result of a bad riding accident. the ice will really help and when it starts to get a bit better use a warm pad occasionally too. hope you feel better soon.

[askyourgran]

I think Voltarol contains Ibruprofen, so be careful how much you are using if you intend to take if orally as well.