Acute Neck and Shoulder Pain in an Older Adult

Case Overview

An 83-year-old woman presented with four days of acute neck, shoulder, and upper-back pain that interfered with sleep and daily comfort.

Clinical Presentation

The presentation included moderate pain, restricted cervical mobility, and diffuse tenderness across the neck and shoulder region.

Treatment Plan

Individualized acupuncture and gentle manual stimulation were used with goals of easing muscle tension, supporting circulation, and restoring functional mobility.

Follow-Up

The patient reported improvement after the initial session. A second treatment was provided after mild symptom recurrence, followed by continued improvement.

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