The movement of a body part in the posterior direction, i.e. backwards. (Also movement of a protracted body part back to the anatomical position.) Uncrossing arms and allowing them to rest at either side of the body; retraction of clavicles.
However, stiff neck is also a symptom of meningitis (along with headache and fever). Neck stiffness may also develop as a reaction and result of muscle spasm in various conditions that cause neck pain, including traumatic injuries. Medically Reviewed by a Doctor on 3/30/2015.
Medications or Substances causing Stiff neck. Medications or substances causing Stiff neck. The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins are some of the possible causes of Stiff neck as a symptom. This list is incomplete and various other drugs or substances may cause your symptoms (see Stiff neck). Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using, including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments. 1  Atapryl. 2  Carbex. 3  Eldepryl. 4  L-Deprenyl. 5  Nefazodone. 6  Selegiline. 7  Serzone.