Neck spasm

Involuntary contraction of neck muscles
Asymmetrical neck spasms following cervical artificial disc replacement surgery.

A neck spasm is an involuntary contraction of the muscles in the neck region.[1]

Causes of neck spasm

The possible causes of neck spasms include:[citation needed]

  • Anxiety
  • Muscle strain
  • Tension
  • Tetanus
  • Spasmodic torticollis
  • Stress
  • Surgery
  • Viral infection
  • Whiplash injury
  • or other causes of spasm

References

  1. ^ Pierre Rouzier (2005-04-29). "Adult Health Advisor 2005.4 - Neck Spasms". McKesson Provider Technologies. Archived from the original on 2008-02-07. Retrieved 2008-04-29.
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