Here we will see the best remedies to relieve torticollis in 10 seconds ( or almost).
Do you feel intense pain that settles in your neck and spreads to your back?
This big painful knot that appeared while you were sleeping, it's torticollis .
Sometimes it appears in the neck, upper back or shoulders.
And the pain is very embarrassing, even disabling, to work...
If you don't get rid of it quickly, torticollis can even ruin your whole week!
Fortunately, here are 5 quick and effective home remedies to treat torticollis .
Try them, and you will quickly be in great shape! Watch:
If you have a torticollis, the first thing to do is to massage and stretch the painful area .
But that, you must have guessed...
On the other hand, be careful not to do it anyhow!
Indeed, know that there is a right way to do it.
I explain how to massage and stretch your neck when you have torticollis.
1. Find the painful point of your torticollis.
2. Press it down with your fingers or a tennis ball. If you can't reach where it hurts, use the corner of a door frame.
3. Begin by massaging the neck, then work gradually down the back.
4. Massage the muscle along the back, going much further than where it hurts. To release muscle tension, massage the muscle deeply, sometimes down to the lower back or hips.
5. As you massage your neck, turn your head in the opposite direction. Try resting your chin at armpit level to stretch the muscle as you massage it.
6. Raise your head to the ceiling.
7. Lower your head, bringing your chin towards your chest.
8. Tilt your head to one side then the other to stretch your neck muscles.
9. Slowly turn your head to the left and then to the right for two minutes.
10. Place one hand around the neck, with the thumb on one side and the fingers on the other.
11. Gently massage your neck for two minutes.
If while doing this exercise, the pain becomes more intense, stop everything and call a doctor!
By the way, if you don't know them, I also recommend these 4 stretches to relieve neck pain.
If you have torticollis, always apply cold before to apply heat.
Why ? I'll explain.
The heat may contract the muscles.
And since you already have a stiff neck, that would only make it worse.
This is why you must apply cold first .
Cold is one of the most effective remedies for relieving neck pain.
If it is so effective, it is because it reduces the accumulation of lactic acid.
For those who don't know, lactic acid is an organic acid that is linked to muscle pain.
But that's not all…
Cold also helps reduce inflammation due to torticollis.
That's why you should always start by applying cold.
Only after that you can apply heat.
And there, you will immediately feel its surprising effect.
Indeed, the heat stimulates the circulation and helps to quickly make your torticollis disappear.
To get a clearer idea of how to do this, I recommend the method below.
1. Fill a freezer bag with ice cubes to make a cold compress.
2. Wrap the cold compress in a towel.
3. Apply the cold compress where it hurts (neck, between the shoulders...).
4. Let the cold act for 20 minutes.
5. Apply heat for 20 minutes.
6. Repeat this treatment three times a day, until your torticollis disappears completely.
If you don't have a compress, the trick is to use a bag of frozen peas.
For warmth, you can simply take a hot shower or bath.
You can also use a hot water bottle or hot towel.
If you have one, an essential oil heat patch also works great.
To discover: Hot Or Cold:Which Should You Use To Relieve Your Pain? The Answer With This Guide.
Here are the best herbal remedies and essential oils that you can use as natural remedies for torticollis:
Menthol brings an immediate soothing sensation to muscle pain.
It also provides a surprising cooling effect, which makes it perfect for relieving neck pain.
Camphor reduces inflammation and stimulates blood circulation.
In addition, it brings a pleasant feeling of warmth, where you apply it.
Menthol and camphor are two of the main ingredients of the famous tiger balm.
This ointment has many amazing uses.
Precisely, it is especially famous for relieving muscle pain.
And the good news is that you can make your own tiger balm thanks to this ancestral DIY recipe.
Capsaicin has natural anti-inflammatory properties.
In case you don't know, capsaicin is the chemical compound in peppers that produces the burning sensation.
It is particularly effective in relieving pain.
This is thanks to its slight anesthetic effect on the nerve endings in the painful area.
We reveal all the benefits of chilli and how to use it in this article.
Turmeric is also known to naturally reduce inflammation.
To absorb all of its nutrients and enjoy its many benefits, take it orally, mixed with black pepper.
Peppermint essential oil is an extremely effective remedy for relieving muscle pain.
Including those of torticollis.
Normal, because peppermint essential oil has a particularly high menthol content!
Mix it with coconut oil and beeswax.
Finally, heat it all up and massage your neck with this mixture.
Farewell, torticollis!
Apple cider vinegar is an excellent home remedy for torticollis.
Apple cider vinegar has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
This makes it an excellent remedy for relieving stress and muscle pain .
1. Soak a paper towel or a piece of cloth with apple cider vinegar.
2. Put it on the painful area of your neck.
3. Leave on for an hour.
4. Repeat this treatment at least twice a day.
The only problem with apple cider vinegar is that it's not cheap...
Luckily, you can make your own apple cider vinegar from leftover apples!
If you don't know it yet, here is the easy recipe.
This is probably my favorite method for getting rid of torticollis.
Nothing like a nice hot bath with Epsom salt.
Hot water relaxes and soothes muscle tension .
As for Epsom salt, it is an effective remedy to reduce inflammation and stimulate blood circulation .
If you also want to try this remedy, pour 250 g of Epsom salt into a warm bath.
Then relax in the hot tub for 20 minutes.
Not a bad way to get rid of torticollis, don't you think?
In general, neck pain comes from sleeping on your stomach.
Indeed, because to sleep on your stomach, you must necessarily turn your head.
As a result, you spend the whole night with your neck twisted at an odd angle.
And sleep on your side? It's a little less restrictive on the neck...
But this position also risks creating neck pain.
So, have you guessed the best position to sleep and avoid torticollis?
Sleep on your back: this is the best position ever!
It allows your neck to align well with the rest of the spine.
And therefore, to limit the constraints on your neck.
By the way, do you have trouble sleeping? Then I recommend the guide to the best positions for sleeping.
If your pillow is too big, you're bound to sleep with your neck bent at an odd angle.
And that means that the cervical will not be aligned with the shoulders or the spine.
As a result, your big pillow will cause muscle tension, and you risk ending up with a torticollis.
So, it is better to sleep with a small pillow that is not too thick.
Or even better…
The top of the top is to sleep with a memory pillow , like this one.
Do you work in a seated position for most of the day?
If you are not seated correctly, it may cause posture problems.
And therefore, pain in the back and neck.
So, to avoid stiff necks, here's how to sit correctly at the office:
- Keep your feet flat on the ground .
- Keep your back straight .
- Align the top edge of your screen with the eyes .
- Get up!
And yes, you have to get up several times a day.
Ideally, it is advisable to walk 10 minutes every hour and a half.
For example, you can take the opportunity to visit your colleagues instead of sending them an email.
Here are 6 tips for sitting well at work and no longer having back pain.
Know that stress plays a very important role in muscle contraction.
Looking for a way to relieve neck and shoulder pain?
So, also consider reducing the stressors in your life.
The good news is that there are healthy and effective techniques to reduce stress.
For example, you can do sports, or meditate.
Not sure how to go about reducing stress?
These 11 super simple remedies can help you eliminate stress in just a few minutes.
In any case, don't forget that the neck is one of the most sensitive parts of the body.
So, before trying these remedies, better consult your doctor.
Only a doctor can confirm if these pains in your neck are indeed due to a simple torticollis.
