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Is swimming a prblm for cervical patient
Should I go for swimming if m having stiffness in my shoulders?? , I have spondylitis but presently m having stiffness, and unable to rotate my head completely... No dizziness... Only stiffness in my shoulders and cervical
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First rule out the cause for your shoulder stifness. Swimming is the best exercise for whole body. But consult before proceeding.
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visit nearby physiothrapist doctor
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Take frequent Breaks at work.
Core Strengthening Exercises.
Use cervical pillow.
Use Back Support.
Self Massage the back of neck.
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Swimming is an excellent way to strengthen your neck and back and overcome or prevent painful injury.But make sure that you know proper swimming technique.And do adequete warmup and stretching before going to swim.
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anyway better to consult a doctor or physio for more investigation.
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Swimming willl help you in your cervical problem
But do some stretching before and a hot shower afterwards is a must
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No tk physiotherapy treatment and stretching exercises of neck and shoulder firstly.
After neck strength exercises you can do swimming
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No avoid swimming as it will increase the problem.
Try strengthening your neck shoulder and scapular muscles.
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Consult a physiotherapist and do some stretching and strengthening exercises
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Mr. Vinoth Devarajan (PT)
Physiotherapist
17 yrs exp
Salem
If you have pain in your pain. Avoid swimming pool till your pain get rid off
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Ms. Poonam (PT)
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16 yrs exp
Noida
Yes you can do swimming for sure, but instead of free style swimming try breast stroke.
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Consult with physiotherapist
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