Neck pain/stiffness
Neck pain/stiffness
Hi all. New to this forum. I have been on cpap for a little over a year and now have been suffering neck pain and stiffness. I wear full face mask head gear. Is this a common problem?
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Re: Neck pain/stiffness
Some people have this problem. It is often because they have over-tightened the straps to avoid leaks, and the straps are tight against the back of the head/neck
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Re: Neck pain/stiffness
Try a different pillow
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Re: Neck pain/stiffness
Try a CPAP pillow or a soft cervical collar. Good luck.
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Re: Neck pain/stiffness
I am interested in solutions to this problem also -- I have noticed increased neck pain over the past several months. I believe it's because the head strap I use limits range of motion of my neck during sleep so the muscles get tight and "locked down." I don't know what other type head gear I can use with a full face mask. Does anyone use something other than the typical full head strap/attachment?
Re: Neck pain/stiffness
You're all probably right, but on the off chance there are other cervical issues, I'd check with my doctor.
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