Neck pain adderall reddit But on adderall i can pop it and its sooo satisfying, many loud cracks on each side and i could do this like 5 or 6 times a day. The next day I skipped my Adderall and didn't have any issues. It smells vaguely of Vicks Vapo Rub, but IMO better. I started taking adderall for my adhd about 4 years ago, soon after I started to experience tightness and a constant need to pop/crack my neck that got progressively worse over the years. Like suggested I really think the magnesium is a lifesaver. So it’s been 4 months since I quit, 3years ago right around the time my adderall dependence started I started to experience pain, muscle tension and constant need to pop and crack my neck (mostly the left side) which radiates to my shoulder too which got progressively worse during my use. I havent experienced any major side effects with it except that ever since I started it I have had severe back pain and I wonder if it is related. between 5 and 10mg 5mg isn't doing much but everytime I try 10mg I get bad. <insert manic paragraph describing our speedy community in vivid detail, describing at great length the community, the rules, the daily goings-on etc. There was one specific kind of pain that took a really long time to come back - it's hard to describe. Aug 16, 2011 路 I am a 55 year old woman and have been suffering with horrible neck and upper back pain for 3 years now. Causes of Neck Pain Loss of appetite, weight loss, dry mouth, stomach upset/pain, nausea/vomiting, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, fever, nervousness, and trouble sleeping may occur. I'm more productive than I've ever been. I had a 30db bite taken out of the low-end of my right ear due to a gunshot blast. “Neck pain is a very common symptom of migraine. The problem is, now I'm getting unbearable upper back/neck/shoulder pain kind of where my neck connects to my shoulder on the right side. Hi u/everyonesgame and thanks for posting on r/ADHD!If you haven't already, please take a minute to read our rules and check out our list of official megathreads here. They aren’t related though. Prescription stimulants cause quite bad neck pain especially when stressed at work. You can also try rubbing the base of your skull where the neck joins, it's astounding how much tension can build up And not only that, but my neck will NOT crack at all 70% of the time if i try not on adderall, and if it does only one or two pops a side. Aside from that the only neck pain I ever get during the day is minor as a result of trigger points around the neck and shoulders. I lift weights and it was always painful to lift because the bar on my shoulder hurt, then I got a really good good neck/upper body massage like I focused on my legs and now, there's no pain. Doing so made the day-to-day pain go away almost entirely, but I was still unable to weightlift or jog without the pain returning. Two of those three things are mostly down to personal preference and the thickness is the one that is dictated by the individuals anatomy. Adderall and pain meds work on your dopamine receptors which is why many find that stimulants like Adderall help with pain. I recently got to the point that I don’t experience neck pain daily. I spent about 3 months getting weekly Thai massages because of how tight my legs/glutes/hips were, and now my mobility is soooo much better. Medication definitely lowers my ADHD symptoms and help achieve a normal quality of life but muscle pain is a really bad trade-off. Is it due to poor posture? Undiagnosed scoliosis? Deficiencies? Slipped discs? Stop going to Reddit for medical advice and go to your PCP get a work up done and get a referral(s)if needed. Hot/cold compress helps in the moment. Upsides. I've agreed to be evaluated. I take Quaaludes 10-15 times a day for my "back pain", Adderall to stay focused, Xanax to take the edge off, pot to mellow me out, cocaine to wake me back up again, and morphine Well, because it's awesome. I was on Adderall for a few months, and the pain relief was complete and immediate for the first couple of weeks, but the pain started seeping back in. The pain is quite annoying as I’m a student so looking down/suspending my neck for a long time causes it to come on. Probably poor posture (forward head etc) caused it. Hello! I have been on Adderall for almost a year now. Making your body strong enough to avoid the pain sources. Try out a neck brace. Prior to entry into active duty service on June 16, 1998, I had no pain, weakness, stiffness, or lack of mobility in my neck, and US Army medical officials conducted a Report of Medical Examination on or My neck pain started after I shoulder shrugged a heavy weight. I do find that they make my pain worse snd I have to put effort into relaxing my neck and shoulders. Can’t seem to figure out the root cause but it tends to happen later at night. I am 28 years old and have debilitating chronic neck pain. However, I can bring my shoulders to my ears without causing muscle spasms, turn my neck without pain, and cook dinner. No other issues or side effects except pain. I have seen a very drastic improvement. I also started having back and hip pain day 2 and it has continued throughout this entire week. Getting rid of back pain naturally. Just thinking out loud. I've tried massage, new mattress toppers, otc pain killers (they don't touch the pain). Lately, I’ve been feeling my SCM(?) muscle, the one that goes down the right side of my neck from the jaw to the collarbone, get very tense and uncomfortable. 10 mg later if needed. Adderall neck/shoulder/arm pain So a few weeks ago, i took 30 mg IR (first time) of amphetamine/dextroamphetamine at work, and at the time i noticed a little arm and shoulder stiffness. Has anybody experienced head/neck pain from adderall and/or caffeine? The head pain seems to be on the exact same corners of where back of head meets the side and on both sides. Also being tall and having to look/stoop down all the time. Adderall always seemed to exacerbate the problem and so I stopped using it around 6 months ago as the pain has become really debilitating. Anyone else experience this? For the last 3 months I've been on 15mg XR. Pain/back pain can have so many causes that in all honesty you need a thorough look over before slapping some medication on it. However, with the right treatment approach, it is possible to find relief and improve your quality of life. I got addicted to adderall after being prescribed by a physician. My left side is fine though, and I don’t feel noticeable tension anywhere else. 38M diagnosed in January. However I've had bouts of really bad nerve pain in my neck and tension headaches when my stimulant meds are wearing off, I've also experienced sciatica like pain too. Very common to carry it in your shoulders which can also effect your neck not to mention your blood pressure could also be high when ur having a panic attack which can effect that as well. I’ve been trialing through medications over the last year and half and so far I function best on Adderall, but it comes with the caveat that I will have a build up of muscular tension in my left shoulder that radiates into my neck and into my ear and jaw. They do hurt by the end of the week. In this blog post, we will explore the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for neck pain associated with Adderall use. This started around hour 3 after taking it, and lasted til I fell asleep at 12 that night (12 hrs). . My overall health improves radically. Thank you. I was on 10mg for a long time but now I take 20mg. In my case, I think it's caused by sleeping with a bad neck position and / or stretching too much while in the wrong position. Amphetamines can have a wide variety of effects - which is one reason they were so Yes it's very common, I get headaches, sore neck and shoulder pain all the time from built up anxiety. I take daily NSAIDS, and a nerve medication starting with G (2800 mg) and flexiril for my autoimmune pain. It can last up to 4 or 5 days at a time. I'm so glad I saw your post. They also had me lay down with an ice pack on the back of my neck for 20 minutes at a time, also agonizing. Adderall may be used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to increase attention and decrease hyperactivity and impulsiveness. Adderall changed my life for the better, (except for the pain if that's the cause). It hurts even when I'm laying down. Obviously I'm not saying 'hey it's this', I'm not stupid There is nothing studied about this, all of my information comes from body building forums, and surprising (or maybe not) there IS quite a bit of information on them about this, there is also plenty of actual research into which is the best type. Once I had pain on my vyvanse at 50 it would lessen by the morning until i took my dose, and before i took magnesium I even tried taking 25mg of powder and the pain would return within the hour. Jul 20, 2012 路 In the past few months I have been experiencing awful muscle pain in both my upper arms. Whenever I've taken a break from them I don't experience the pain at all. Adderall may cause serious side effects. I've read it can be related to Adderall? Also it makes my restless leg syndrome worse. e patient had rods into their back and can not have the chair reclined at all or patient is down syndrome and can't recline without screaming. So, again, I'm not trying to be alarmist, but I do want to stress that chest pain could be indicative of something serious, and you would be wise to check in right away Jul 20, 2012 路 I just started taking Adderall 20mg xr. You need that to hit the deeper muscles. Are you experiencing neck pain while taking Adderall? You're not alone. New research looks into the relationship between migraine and neck pain. I had a similar experience. Pain is not completely gone but the things that helped were 1) Sleeping on 1 firm memory foam pillow. I take it throughout the day. The extended-release formulation produces effects that last between 10 and 12 hours, whereas the instant-release formulation’s effects last from about 4 to 8 hours. Rashmi Halker Singh, a neurologist at Mayo Clinic, to learn more about this connection. The muscles feel so cramped and tender that I can't raise either arm. I knew pain pills were dangerous, but I didn’t realize this was. Prescribed 100mg xr a day. It has been a life saving medication for me and I cannot believe it took me until I was 26 to get diagnosed with ADD and treated. i do this exact same thing too. I have a heated neck massager from Amazon that I use every night. The mixture is composed of equal parts racemic amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, which produces a (3:1) ratio between dextroamphetamine and levoamphetamine, the two enantiomers of amphetamine. I find that pulling my neck/jaw muscle outward and opening my jaw sometimes lead to a 'pop' and that relieves the pressure. At first I thought it was just because I’m on my feet all day and I’m not 20 anymore, but I’m starting to think it’s the adderall. The American Headache Society (AHS), strongly recommends that I had tremendous trouble in last couple years caused by trigger points in my neck muscles (Sternocleidomastoid and Scalene in particular) as diverse as troubles concentrating, slight dizziness too, itchy ear canals, "stuffy" ears, slightly blurred vision, all kinds of behind the eye headaches, general top of the shoulder pain and tightness after long walks/runs, nerve pain in my left shoulder For the past month or so I've been having on and off symptoms of chest/stomach pain, numb extremities and, in particular, neck pain and headaches. If you are experiencing neck pain while taking Adderall, don't hesitate to reach out to Statcare for comprehensive healthcare solutions tailored to The main things you should focus on are firmness, thickness and the type of material. Today (Sat, two days later) I took Adderall as usual and have had lightheadedness randomly during the day and about 12 hrs after taking it, my ear pressure has returned. The other day I missed and neck was good next day. Starting on 30mg does seem like a bit of a jump to me, tbh, but I suppose I'm not your doctor. 2 years of a constant migraine with 3 and a half or 4 years of migraine treatment. I haven’t regained feeling on the front left side of my neck. I've been thinking Adderall is damaging my body and I'm now sure of it. Call your doctor at once if you have: signs of heart problems - chest pain, trouble breathing, feeling like you might pass out; Currently on flexiril. A little goes a long way. we’re twins lol. If your post fits into one of them, please resubmit your post as a reply to the relevant megathread instead. , hopefully with many run-on sentences and a general lack of focus or point> on the real, a place for humans who prefer to go fast (in whatever way they like) to come together, commune, communicate, share stories of our lives, ask questions Q: Can Adderall cause muscle pain in specific areas of the body? A: While muscle pain associated with Adderall use is generally generalized, it is possible for some individuals to experience pain in specific areas, such as the neck, back, or legs. We talked to Dr. In physical therapy they had me do neck rolls. In saying that, I'm definitely open to hearing from anyone that this is not healthy, always take advice from reddit with a grain of salt OP 馃槀 To answer your question, I have the koala pillow and it's so comfortable. And intense And when I DON'T take Adderall, even for one day, I sleep like a baby. “And neck pain is also highly predictive of migraine But treating headaches, chronic neck, back pain and knee pain has become a sub-specialty of its own and physicians involved in this highly complex discipline, undergo extensive training and are granted credentials reflecting competency recognized by these subspecialty boards. Could they be coincidental? Have you had an mri of your neck? Sep 11, 2024 路 Adderall belongs to the group of medicines known as central nervous system (CNS) stimulants. When I don't take it for 2-3 days in a row, all of the above problems go away. Anyone else have this happen to them using Adderall? Any suggestions on relieving pain besides more meds? Aug 16, 2011 路 Since beginning Adderall XR 15 mg, now 20 mg for 2 months, I have been experiencing muscle pain, cramping/tightening and weakness. I’m now working on trying to strengthen my neck muscles. Can't wait to read these. No way! Before Vyvanse I was able to take my Adderall with just minimal pain to my jaw but after the Vyvanse I can’t really take the adderall cuz the General strength training, building a stronger back and neck, will correct a ton of neck pain and neck stress. I am so, so ashamed and also have not told anyone because I don’t really relate to the label of being an addict (I’ve been on it for less than 6 months). Despite nightly use the muscles around my spine are in constant spasm. If any of these effects last or Adderall and Mydayis [11] are trade names [note 2] for a combination drug containing four salts of amphetamine. They're cheap, available, safe, and they let your neck brace and relax. If you think you've suffered some sort of longer-term damage to your joints—if you still feel joint pain even after a week-long Adderall break, for instance—physical therapy exercises might be necessary. Oh, then definitely see a TMJ doctor (not dentist), see a Sleep Apnea doctor (get the CPAP, the dental appliances can worsen bruxism), and see a PT who specializes with TMJ pain and its referral pain (not just someone who knows head and neck pain). Stretching my neck with neck-targeting yoga videos once a day has helped. Your pain areas are mine also. If you are experiencing neck pain while taking Adderall, don't hesitate to reach out to Statcare for comprehensive healthcare solutions tailored to On a daily basis I consume enough drugs to sedate Manhattan, Long Island, and Queens for a month. i haven’t found out exactly 100 percent The pain usually sets in when I work on a patient that requires me to not be ergonomic . Good luck! oh my gosh you sound like me. Now that I threw out the scary and very rare one (sorry!). I've been told a lot of it is due to anxiety or muscle strains, but internally I'm terrified of it being something like fibromyalgia or MS. Those days I expect pain, and the next day i'll feel it. Yoga helps and I walk a couple of times a day too. 7. Nov 28, 2008 路 Adderall does, however, effect neurotransmitter levels in the brain - and the brain is where pain is generated. I. Yup. the patch is OK if you're sitting up at work or watching tv or at the computer, but not so good if you're tossing & turning in bed. This is a common thing for me already because of a bulging disc. Most people have a habit of dipping their head forward like a turtle and its garbage for your neck/posture. I've caught myself a couple of times at night stretching my neck resulting in pain, and correcting it (relaxing) before it caused a chronic neck pain problem. Because chemicals such as epinephrine and norepinephrine are associated with the body's “fight-or-flight” response, you can feel extremely jittery and hyperaware when you take Adderall. Agonizing but it helped after about a week. I have been taking stimulants for 20 years. Another good neck exercise stretch is when you're sitting up straight, pull your head/neck back kind of like your trying to make a double chin. I ignored it because i lift heavy stuff anyway so i thought it might've been because of that. 'not really' isn't a definite no PLUS you play football, so I'll go with my 'story'. They also make a Tiger Balm Back Patch, but it's not as sticky as the Ben Gay or Icy Hot ones, and will fall off while you sleep. The neck pain started about 4 years ago. The purpose and scope of this statement is to provide new lay evidence in regards to my VA disability supplemental claim for "neck pain". I'm stopping this Adderall can speed up the heart and in turn raise a person's blood pressure. I have been to numerous doctors, chiropractors, massage therapists, energy healers, physical therapy, you name it I have probably tried it to get relief. So weird. Also have some time/jaw issues going on. Various ointments and patches. Essentially, you need to make sure that when he is sleeping on his back or side, not only does his head need New Jersey state regulations require that patients prescribed a Schedule II controlled medication, such as Vyvanse, Adderall, and Ritalin, schedule an initial in-person appointment with their provider, and every three months thereafter. I really needed to read this today. Another thing you can do is take regular Tylenol with your tramadol, it’s synergistic and can make your tramadol more effective 馃槉 I was switched from 20 mg adderall 2x a day to 30mg Vyvanse once a day. It's been nearly two months and I just got the news that there's really nothing more they can do. Posted by u/cut_ur_darn_grass - 1 vote and 3 comments They listed symptoms like neck pain and nausea and some other stuff, and then I started going down a hole and eventually ended up on a scientific study about adhd and adrenal gland issues and another one about women in their 20s, taking adderall from 2-5 years, suddenly reporting having Hyperaldosteronism, which led me back to potassium and I believe I have ADHD, the doctor agrees, my shrink appointment is in 2 weeks, and we decide to try stopping the SSRI and try this new ADHD anti depressants, that didn’t work out but after a couple of weeks of stopping the Zoloft my jaw pain is way way way down, neck pain is better, teeth don’t hurt when I wake up, and I’ve stopped using When I googled what chest pain with adderall means/ indicates, it suggests that the meds can increase your heartrate, and blood pressure. I find that my left neck/jaw (side with ear issues) is so much tighter than my right. I would say the improvement came three days after starting my new routine, and took a week to almost fully resolve. Q: How long does muscle pain from Adderall last? I've always had unexplained chronic pain in my lower back and pelvis even before stimulants. I'm at 7 weeks. Here is what I’ve done for my neck over the years that helped release neck pain: Chiropractor, Active release therapy , Grasston technique (done by a physical therapist), Dry needling, PT, Stretching (chest muscles pull your shoulder forward thus causing neck and back pain, stretch sides) Integrative body therapy, Asian massage, Massaging shoulder muscle knots with my hands, Massage I wouldn't increase on my own I meant with the Dr. 5-10mg once a day to see if they do well with it or not, or just in case you won't actually need an increase from that yet. Medication side effects should be considered as the possible cause if a patient with ADHD develops severe symptoms. It’s sort of all over aches, but specific to a spot so I can’t say it’s a muscle or a joint issue For topical pain reliever, I use Tiger Balm. I have chronic pain and take Vyvanse and dextroamphetamine. In 2020 March I had extreme back pain in my lumbar spine. Day 1 I had a bad tension headache and neck pain. The pain pops up intermittently now, and it is extremely dull when it does. I only do that for about 10 minutes a day. The pain in my back and hips has now extended to my shoulders, knees, elbows, neck, feet, and hands. My doctor then referred me to pain mgmt and I had a CT scan, an MRI and a nerve block all to no avail. About 2 weeks after going onto the 50mg I started getting neck and shoulder muscle tension and pain. It’s actually much more frequent than nausea,” she says. Dexmethylphenidate, and potentially other methylphenidates used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), may cause severe muscle pain and stiffness. Adderall may also be used to improve alertness in people with the sleep disorder, narcolepsy. I also use an ice pack on my forehead, neck and shoulders when I start to get a headache. When I first started the adderall my pain was lessened throughout my body! I'm beginning to think that Adderall could be a contributing factor. i’ll crack my fingers, ankles (by going in a circular motion with them while i laying down) my neck, elbows, back and toes lol. 30 mg Vyvanse felt like 40mg adderall at once and supposedly 30 mg Vyvanse is supposed to be equal to 5 mg adderall. 5mg 2x seems like a much more reasonable starting dose for an adult, but I'm fairly certain many new patients around your age will start with 7. and my neck goes from 5 to 8 in pain but a few weeks ago I forgot to take it for 2 days and neck felt better. Do that a few times to strengthen your neck. The migraine meds aren't better I've tried pretty much all of them grasping at straws with a nudge from my therapist. This can cause heart attack, or stroke. I have done PT, Myofacial therapy, massage therapy, cannabis therapy, muscle relaxers, chiropractic care and acupuncture with no relief. The arthritis pain is 100% gone. It's really good for me mentally. I have a meditation I got Adderall XR (15mg) prescribed two months ago. In Dec 2021 the back pain returned along with extreme hip pain that made something as simple as walking hurt. i also fidget and will wiggle my toes and kind of shake my hands when i’m trying to hurry up and think of something before it leaves my mind. My doctor prescribed low dose alprazolam and cocodamol for when my headaches last several days. Adderall® (Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Amphetamine Aspartate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate and Amphetamine Sulfate Tablets (Mixed Salts of a Single Entity Amphetamine Product)) CII Close Adderall neck pain can be a bothersome side effect for individuals using this medication. Don’t fuck with back/spine For me, it keeps my lumbar and thoracic spine more in line with my c-spine (neck) which stops any pain. I get this every now and then. I have been on various dosages of Vyvanse since then, starting at 30mg as a tester, then 50mg, recently down to 40mg to try to manage issues sleeping and ongoing muscle tension/pain. TMJ doctors are rare - you need someone who specializes in orofacial pain Adderall neck pain can be a bothersome side effect for individuals using this medication. 2. After rest and laying for almost 2 months, the pain went away for the summer. 481 subscribers in the back_pain community. How often do patients need to schedule an in-person appointment? Jan 28, 2025 路 Adderall was originally sold as an instant-release formulation, but in 2002 an extended-release alternative, known as Adderall XR, became available. [13] Aug 23, 2023 路 Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Adderall: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. It's especially worse in the morning after I get out of bed but it gets better towards the end of the day. I’ve gotten a single swollen lymph node right behind my ear after repeatedly picking at the same spot on my scalp on that side of my head and have also had a whole chain of nodes (about 4) swell along the side of my neck when I had multiple active “pick sites” on my scalp. Many individuals who use Adderall may experience neck pain as a side effect.
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