If you are experiencing significant neck pain, or wake up with a "wry neck", the following acute neck pain handout (based on The McKenzie Institute's key teachings) may help see you through. If you are having trouble sleeping, you may find that wrapping a tea towel or small hand towel around your neck can help as a support. You can download a pdf of the exercise sheet here. #neckpain #Physio #wryneck #neckexercises

Firstly, don't panic!! Whilst back pain is terrible, it is also a common experience, and for most people it will resolve or greatly improve within 24-48 hours. In case of sudden onset of acute pain, the following may help: Immediately lie face down. If this is impossible because of pain intensity, rest in bed and attempt exercises the next day Perform Exercises 1 and 2 once (holding for up to 3 minutes), and then 3 times. Repeat this sequence every two hours during your wa