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Home Care
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Home care for disk disease in the neck includes: - Apply cold compresses:
- Wrap ice in a moist hand towel. Do not apply ice directly to the skin.
- Apply for 20-30 minutes, every 1-2 hours, for the first few days.
- Apply warm compresses for stiffness:
- Apply for 20-30 minutes, every 1-2 hours.
- Neck stretching exercises
- Massage therapy for neck stiffness
- Acetaminophen for pain
 - Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain
- Take prescribed medications as directed.
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