What is a trapezius spasm and strained neck injury?

Answer by  mammakat (11147)

The trapezii are the two triangular muscles of the shoulder and upper back- these and the scalpular muscles support your neck- certain types of lifting or repetitive motion can strain or sprain these- it is very common in weight lifters who go beyond their limit or lift too much too fast. RICE- Rest,Ice,Compression. Elevation doesn't apply here, substitute warmth and anti-inflammatories.

Answer by  shalini (79)

Due to wrong position of the neck during sleep causes muscle strain or any degeneration of the cervical bones. Pain at any site will cause muscle spasm. Spasm is nothing but the tightness. Muscle spasm is a cyclic chain of pain and tightness.