What causes cervical and shoulder myofasciitis?

Myofasciitis of the neck and shoulders is usually caused by a combination of factors such as long-term bad posture, excessive muscle fatigue, local cold, and psychological pressure. It can cause muscle tension, soreness, and limited movement in the neck and shoulder areas, which may affect daily life in severe cases.

There is no obvious direct evidence that genetic factors contribute to the occurrence of cervical and shoulder myofasciitis, but some studies have shown that people with weaker muscle connective tissue in their families may be more likely to have similar problems. Environment and lifestyle habits are the main causes. For example, using electronic devices with your head down for a long time, sitting at a desk for a long time, and lack of exercise or muscle training will greatly increase the risk of disease. At the same time, cold and humid environments can easily cause the muscles and fascia of the neck and shoulders to get cold, causing or aggravating inflammation. Psychological tension and anxiety can also cause excessive muscle tension, making inflammation more obvious. Excessive exercise or trauma to the neck and shoulders may cause local muscle fiber damage, thus developing into myofasciitis. Chronic diseases such as arthritis and cervical spondylosis that have not been effectively controlled for a long time may also become one of the main causes of the development of the disease.

In order to prevent and relieve cervical and shoulder myofasciitis, you should maintain a correct posture on weekdays, keep your shoulders and neck warm, and reduce the situation of maintaining a single movement for a long time. It is recommended to try some methods to relieve muscle tension, such as daily neck and shoulder stretching exercises, local hot compresses on the shoulders and neck, or yoga movements to improve muscle elasticity. If the pain symptoms are severe, you can use anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac sodium, etc. under the guidance of a doctor, or use muscle relaxants such as eperisone to relieve discomfort. Physical therapy methods, such as acupuncture and ultrasonic physical therapy, can also effectively improve local blood circulation and muscle stiffness symptoms.

If you have long-term pain or symptoms that are significantly aggravated, you should go to the hospital in time for professional diagnosis and targeted treatment. At the same time, regularly adjusting the rhythm of work and life and relieving psychological pressure are also important links in controlling the disease.