06/03/2026
Day 3: managing neck pain.
To review, symptoms began after some circuit training over the weekend, pain and stiffness gradually worsened that day through my neck and across my shoulder blades (left side more than right). Pain and stiffness became severe with sleeping that night and getting out of bed the next morning.
With no symptoms indicating any severe injury and no symptoms down my arms, I began exercising my neck by moving it in the least painful directions. Pain and stiffness reduced with this approach.
Now, I’m noticing significant decrease in pain and stiffness. This is turning into just a mild issue and seems to be resolving quickly. Over the next couple days, I’ll progress by moving my neck in the directions I’ve been avoiding, as tolerated.
Along with the neck exercises, I’ve continued to prioritize general healthy habits: general activity, exercising (modified as needed), staying hydrated, maintaining a good diet, and prioritizing my sleep.
While movement has been painful, I continue to do so as long as my symptoms don’t worsen. I only limit or modify activities that make the pain progressively worse. Otherwise, I continue to stay as active as my symptoms allow.
