Health Tip: A Sprain in the Neck

Here are common symptoms

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(HealthDay News) -- A neck sprain can be caused by a car accident, a sudden impact or fall. Neck pain should be evaluated by a doctor, to see what kind of treatment may be required.

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The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons lists these possible symptoms of a neck sprain:

• Pain in the back of the neck -- especially pain that increases when the neck is moved.
• Stiffness or decreased range of neck movement.
• Pain that is greater a day or so after an injury than immediately following it.
• Muscle pain or spasms in the tops of the shoulders.
• Headache, particularly at the back of the head.
• Sore throat.
• Numbness in the arms or hands, or weakness or a tingling sensation in the arms.
• Irritability, fatigue, problems sleeping and an inability to concentrate.

-- Diana Kohnle