Neck Pain Relief: How Chiropractic Care Can Help
Find Relief with Chiropractic Care for Neck Pain
Neck pain is such a common condition that it is estimated to affect up to half of the adult population every year. Of those suffering from neck pain, side effects include disruption in sleep patterns, headaches, and reduced ability to participate in leisure activities. Fortunately, chiropractic care for neck pain is a proven and effective treatment for lasting relief.
In this blog post, we’ll talk about the causes and risk factors of neck pain and how chiropractic care can take the pain away with a natural and comprehensive approach. We’ll also learn about a patient of ours, Micheal, through a case study of his neck pain and treatment at our Legacy Chiropractic clinic.
Take it from Michael. Chiropractic care is the way to go for neck pain relief.
Free Your Mind with Chiropractic Care for Neck Pain
If you work in an office, lead an active lifestyle, or are somewhere in between, neck pain can creep up on you and linger without proper treatment. Regardless of whether the neck pain is short-term or has persisted for three months or more, it can be caused by a number of factors.
- Injury and accidents, such as whiplash, involve sudden neck movements followed by a rebound to return to the normal position.
- Age, particularly 65 years and older.
- Joint disorders like osteoarthritis cause progressive cartilage deterioration.
- Spinal stenosis leads to pain and numbness in the neck, shoulder, and arm from compressed nerves.
Risk factors for neck pain vary widely depending on lifestyle, profession, and overall health.
- Poor postural awareness
- Stress and anxiety
- Females are at a higher risk than males
- Muscle strain and overuse
- Degenerative Disc Disease
Michael’s Journey to Neck Pain Relief
Micheal is a 41-year-old man who works in an office setting where he spends prolonged hours hunched over his computer or reviewing reports at his desk. His symptoms included aching muscles, stiffness in the neck and shoulders, and occasional headaches that impacted his daily life and productivity at work.
He wasn’t a fan of medication in general and wanted to find a long-term solution that didn’t require a prescription. When he came into our clinic for the first time, we conducted a detailed assessment of his health history. We discussed his lifestyle factors like his profession and level of physical activity. After going through his questions about chiropractic care for neck pain, we agreed on achievable goals for treatment.
All of that information laid the foundation for our personalized treatment plan that would get to the root of the cause of Michael’s neck pain and provide him with lasting, effective relief.
- Spinal Adjustments: Targeted adjustments were made to Michael’s spine to realign the vertebrae and relieve pressure on the affected nerves.
- Manual Therapy: Hands-on treatment for the muscles that alleviates pain, improves mobility, reduces tension, and improves circulation.
- Postural Awareness: Improved his posture with specific exercises and ergonomic adjustments to his workspace. We also provided him with tips to ensure he takes regular breaks while working with frequent changes in position when sitting at his desk.
Micheal followed his treatment program as recommended, including attending all scheduled chiropractic sessions, and quickly began to experience relief. His range of motion improved. His headaches began to reduce in duration and severity. Micheal now reports better concentration at the office, his posture has improved, and his neck pain is long gone.
Relief From Neck Pain is Within Your Reach
If you are dealing with neck pain and want a natural, non-invasive solution, chiropractic care may be the answer. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing personalized care to help you achieve lasting relief. Don’t let neck pain disrupt your life any longer – call us today to schedule your appointment.