How to treat a stiff neck
Stretch your neck gently
The first line of remedy for a stiff neck is to stretch your neck gently. It is important to not overstretch your neck as it can worsen the condition. Studies show that stretching the neck gently will increase the blood flow to the neck and reduce inflammation [3]. Moving your head side to side or nod slowly a few times can also help reduce neck stiffness.
Rest
Adequate rest has proven to have significant benefits on your overall health. Studies show that giving your body enough time to rest will allow adequate tissues to rest and reduce neck stiffness. However, it would help to only rest for a few days, because staying inactive for a long time may worsen the symptoms of stiff neck.