Symptoms
Stiff Neck
Stiffness on waking or after sustained postures, commonly from upper trapezius, levator scapulae and splenii.
Overview
Stiffness on waking or after sustained postures, commonly from upper trapezius, levator scapulae and splenii. Identifying which muscle reproduces the patient's familiar pain on palpation guides treatment and often produces meaningful change alongside standard care.
Primary Symptoms
References
- • Travell & Simons — Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction
Medically reviewed by: Physio Energy clinical team — physiotherapists specialised in myofascial pain · Last reviewed:
