Question:
Is anyone aware of a remedy for a senior citizen who suffers from debilitating neck pain at the bone located at the base in the back of the neck, and also at the sides of the neck? Is anyone familiar with the effectiveness of Shiatsu neck massage device (cost $40) or an infrared device, or anything else?

Answer:

I have had neck pain and stiffness since last October. This is also about the same time that the exacerbation started which caused me to see a neurologist and resulted in the discovery of this disease in my body. My neuro says the pain and stiffness are not related to my MS. I'm still not entirely convinced but she has a good reputation and seems to know her stuff.

So I got this Panasonic Easy Reach electric massage device to use on the stiff and painful areas along my back and spine. It relieves a lot of the stiffness and pain for me. It is a short term, one day at a time kinda remedy, but this at-home alternative to physical therapy keeps me out of yet another waiting room. I am sick to death of waiting rooms. Also, if you use this device on the back of your neck near the base of your skull while watching television, it can add a new dimension to summer re-runs.

If you haven't already, I think you would certainly want to mention problem this to your doctor.

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