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Neck Pain -Helmet May Worsen It

If you keep weight over a delicate structure,it is bound to compress the structure due to gravity.The impact of compression may be increased if the duration is more.We should apply the same logic to understand that a heavy and ill cushioned helmet may lead to pressure over the neck and upper back.This pressure can cause more problems if you keep the helmet on for long rides.We cannot isolate helmet as the only cause of neck pain in people; but it definitely is a contributing factor in those who use heavy helmets.This kind of pain is generally due to muscle spasm of the upper back and neck muscles in the beginning.If the usage continues for a long period and other factors such as computers,incorrect posture also come into play, pain may come due to vertebral joint involvement as well.Using a light weight yet safe helmet can help you staying away from the above mentioned consequences.This is possible only if you buy good quality certified helmets. Even after taking all care at work and while using helmet, if you end up in a neck problem then do not worry we are always there to help you.

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  1. Anonymous27 May 2012 at 13:06

    sir can 1 have articles related to neck pain association with helmet ???

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    1. Dr. Shailendra Kumar Saxena (P.T)3 June 2012 at 21:32

      Thanks for reading the blog,kindly come and have a consultation if you are suffering with neck pain.

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