[MJo]

I too injured my neck years ago. What a coincidence -- two days ago I woke up with neck pain. People talk about rolling over in their sleep and waking up with a back strain. The same can happen with your neck. Yes, the throbbing headache you get from a neck strain is miserable. I am typing this with a rolled up towel pinned around my neck to give me more support. I used to buy cervical support collars from the drug store, but a rolled up towel works just as wall. I take over the counter naproxen. Last night I went to the accupuncturist for a neck treatment. I trust I will be better in a few days. Just to be safe, I make sure I'm not running a fever, since a stiff neck can be a sign of more serious trouble -- flu or even meningitis. I hope you feel better soon.