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Types of Mechanical Neck Pain & Physiotherapy Management 1. Postural Neck Pain Cause: Poor posture during computer work or mobile use. Associated condition: Text Neck Management Postural correction training Ergonomic advice Stretching of upper trapezius Strengthening deep neck flexors Common exercises: Chin Tuck Exercise Scapular Retraction Exercise 2. Cervical Mobility Deficit (Stiff Neck) Symptoms Limited neck movement Pain during rotation or side bending Management Joint mobilization Stretching exercises Cervical ROM exercises Heat therapy Electrotherapy may include: Therapeutic Ultrasound 3. Cervical Muscle Strain Cause Sudden movement Overuse Sleeping in wrong position Symptoms Localized pain Muscle tenderness Spasm Management Rest and pain relief modalities Trigger point therapy Gentle stretching Gradual strengthening Pain relief therapy: Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation 4. Cervical Stability Deficit Cause Weak deep neck stabilizing muscles Poor muscular control Management Deep neck flexor strengthening Stability exercises Postural retraining Exercises: Isometric Neck Exercises 5. Movement Coordination Impairment Symptoms Pain during repeated neck movements Muscle fatigue Management Neuromuscular control exercises Functional movement training Postural correction Common Physiotherapy Goals for Mechanical Neck Pain ✔ Reduce pain and muscle spasm ✔ Restore cervical mobility ✔ Improve posture ✔ Strengthen neck and shoulder muscles ✔ Prevent recurrence