Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. We may pay more ...

Neck pain and stiffness can have many causes, but in most cases, the pain is a symptom of tight, tired, or injured muscles. However, an accident can lead to neck pain, as can poor posture and ...

A pinched nerve in your neck, also known as cervical radiculopathy, can cause pain, weakness, numbness, and limited motion, according to Cleveland Clinic. Your neck contains your cervical spine, which ...

Improve the longeivety and health of your neck and spine and prevent and alleviate neck pain with these three mobility exercises. You may not think much about neck and spinal health until you’ve got a ...

Neck stretches, including chin tucks and chin rolls, can help relieve tension and improve mobility in your neck. Completing three or four types of neck stretches each day can improve your neck pain.

Even if you've never heard of “text neck,” you’ve definitely felt it. That tightness and tinge of pain that begins to creep up your neck and upper back after staring down at a game of Candy Crush for ...

Dynamic stretches and mobility moves can warm up your neck, shoulders, and upper back, while static stretches work best after workouts to restore flexibility. A simple routine can combine stretches ...

Neck tension refers to neck pain that develops when the muscles in the neck cannot relax. This can lead to soreness, muscle spasms, and headaches. There are various causes, ranging from joint issues ...