[Stylin' Sue]

I fell about a month ago and my neck has hurt ever since. I know I probably pulled a muscle because that's what the doctor said when I went to see her after I fell. But it doesn't seem to be getting better. So should I go back or is this just something time will take care of?

[Cricket]

Have you tried hot and cold alternating? Sometimes that helps to get the inflammation down and help things start to heal. I'm sorry to hear you had a fall. Sometimes you can really get hurt that way.

[happymom]

I would go back! If it is not getting better then you might need an MRI to see if there is something really wrong with it. You could do permanent damage if you don't get it taken care of.

[cero]

I would go back as that is far too long to wait and not see any improvement. Something could be seriously wrong, be careful how you sleep/turn until you are checked out again.

[Stylin' Sue]

Thanks everyone! I have been back to the doctor and I have a pinched nerve. So, I'm on anti-inflammatory drugs and using heat and cold. I'm also supposed to restrict lifting for the duration until we see if it gets worse or better. I've also been referred to physical therapy to see if they can help with the inflammation. So, I'm on light duty for a while.

[Claudia]

Ouch! Be careful until you heal! Nerve problems can be very dangerous, not to mention painful! Make sure you follow the doctor's orders until you get better. If it doesn't get better soon, I would consult another doctor.