My Neck Is Stiff in the Morning
Morning neck stiffness is a signal that fascia and muscles are stiff. Causes include improper sleep posture, pillow issues, and chronic neck tension. If it loosens with movement but recurs daily, treatment is needed.
Causes of Morning Neck Stiffness
- Sleep posture: Sleeping on stomach or with neck bent on high pillow causes muscle tension.
- Improper pillow: Pillows too high or low interfere with the natural cervical curve.
- Chronic fascial tension: If neck and shoulder muscles are already stiff, it feels worse after sleeping.
- Reduced circulation: Lack of movement overnight reduces blood circulation, stiffening muscles.
Check Yourself
- Does it loosen after 30 minutes to 1 hour of movement?
- Does it recur daily?
- Do you feel neck stiffness during the day too?
- Are headaches present?
If It Loosens with Movement But Recurs Daily
Chronic fascial tension may be the cause. It will keep recurring without fundamental treatment.
Circulation Therapy Resolves Fascial Tension
- Circulation HD: Physically releases stiff fascia.
- Circulation PT: Restores balance in neck surrounding muscles.