"Neck massage devices can exert strong pressure on the carotid and vertebral arteries, damaging their walls. Thus, they can cause thrombosis and disrupt blood flow to the brain."
Medianews.az reports that this was stated by neurologist Baibin Chen.
Chen also warned that prolonged bending of the head can compress the vertebral arteries and increase the risk of stroke.
The neurologist emphasized that squeezing pimples on the face can also, in rare cases, cause infection and blood clotting and may result in a stroke.
Medianews.az