If the neck pain persists, it's also not a bad idea to get a CT scan and make sure of what is going on. That's how the herniated disc in my neck was discovered, and it answered a lot of questions about how the pain was being caused. It will also help with the great exercises that Kent posted, because you'll have more information about what you are dealing with (or with what you are dealing). Doing the stretches in the shower with hot, steamy water from the shower massage is a great way to get the day started. If you have seen those microwave heat packs called "bed buddies" -- heat on the neck after a long day feels great. Just 2 1/2 minutes in the microwave and you're set for 30 minutes or so. A nice glass of red wine can also help. Sitting outside on a Sunday afternoon in the rain watching your football team lose in the final minutes can undo all the good you've done, so you have to be careful. :) Colette
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