A severely nauseated person may be more comfortable lying down in a quiet place, possibly with head and shoulders raised. Anyone with persistent nausea should consult a physician. Degenerative arthritis, especially of the facet joints of the spine, may cause limitation of motion of the neck. Any acute injury to the neck can be potientially serious. To avoid spinal cord injury, the neck should be immediately immobilized by medical personnel before the patient is moved.
Treatment depends on the cause of the disorder.
If the stiffness is caused by an injury, then heat, massage, and traction may be required. Early evaluation and diagnosis before treatment is important because the stiffness may result from a herniated disk or other abnormality in which manipulation may cause further damage or delay in recovery. The kidney removes many chemicals from the body. Some are not very soluble in water. If the urine output decreases or there is an increase in chemicals, crystals may form.