Muscle Spasms Relief: Causes, Remedies and Neck Care

Muscle spasms in the neck and back can be triggered by exercise, caffeine, or mineral deficiencies. Natural treatments and specific exercises for the psoas and trapezius can help diffuse involuntary twitching and pain.

What are the Signs and Symptoms of a Pulled Neck Muscle?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Ron Rogers

Pulled muscle is an alternate term for a muscle strain. Either way, it sounds -- and is -- painful. In his book, "Conservative Management of Cervical Spine Syndromes," Donald Murphy, D.C., defines a neck strain as a partial or complete tearing of the muscles and associated tissues supporting the neck.

Ron Rogers, a Washington chiropractor, has worked with local and national regulatory bodies in his profession and has provided consultation to the national chiropractic licensing board. He is recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a certified strength and conditioning specialist. Rogers' works have been published in several peer-reviewed professional journals, covering topics ranging from musculoskeletal diagnosis to research-based rehabilitation strategies.