Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...

Your medicine cabinet is probably filled to the brim with lotions for your face and body. But there’s one area you may be forgetting: your neck. And while some may argue that moisturizers for your ...

Various conditions, such as infections, stress, and illnesses, can cause neck pain and headaches. Although people can usually manage symptoms at home, they may need to contact a doctor. People ...

Waking up with a sore neck after a night of poor sleep is one of the worst ways to start the day. Unfortunately, the culprit is usually lying right beneath our heads. A dull, flat and unsupportive ...

A stiff neck and sore throat often occur due to viral or bacterial infections. Home remedies can manage most cases of sore throat and stiff neck. It's important to seek medical care if symptoms result ...

You've been under utilizing this accessory. A scarf can double as a tiny necktie when you want a subtle, polished detail. Fold a lightweight scarf into a narrow strip and tie it around your neck like ...

Abstract: Objective: In this study, a novel hybrid predictive musculoskeletal model is proposed which has both motion prediction and muscular dynamics assessment capabilities. Methods: First, a ...

An itchy neck might be a reaction to allergens like certain foods, detergents, or insect venom. Dry skin, eczema, and sun exposure are also common causes of an itchy neck. If your itchy neck doesn't ...

Abstract: Musculoskeletal simulation engines, such as Open-Sim and Biomechanics of Bodies (BoB) are used to compute joint angles and torques, as well as muscle forces. OpenSim is an open-source and ...

Sleeping on your stomach can cause neck pain because it forces you to turn your neck to one side. Using a pillow that is too soft or too firm can lead to poor neck positions and pain. Depending on the ...