Neck Pain

Disc Pain

Our spine is made up of bones called vertebra. In between these bones are discs that allow for mobility. Over time, or with trauma, discs can become damaged. This damage can cause discs to bulge or herniate. The associated pain can be dull or sharp, and may travel to the shoulder blades, arms, and fingers. Disc pain is often aggravated by sedentary desk work and bending the neck. Chiropractors can treat disc injuries through spinal mobilization, manipulation, and corrective exercise. Traction, ergonomic advice, stretching, and mobility work are also treatment methods commonly used.
 

Joint Pain

Facet joint syndrome is a common, but painful neck condition. Just like we have joints between our finger bones, our neck also has it’s own unique set of joints, known as facet joints. These joints can be aggravated by certain movements like neck extension or twisting, and the pain is often local and sharp. Muscle spasms may also occur around the affected area. This type of pain usually responds very well to chiropractic adjustments.

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Muscle Pain

There are many muscles that support our head and neck. These muscles are made up of smaller fibers that contract to move our body. Muscles can become painful due to overuse, disease, infection, trauma, etc. Most commonly pain arises due to minor strains related to awkward movements or poor, sedentary postures. A chiropractor can provide muscle release therapy, corrective exercises, TENS, IFC, laser, cupping, acupuncture, and more to help with muscle related neck pain. This is similar to how a physiotherapist might treat this pain,: chiropractic and physiotherapy often work well together.

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Nerve Pain

There are many nerves that travel from our spinal cord, out the neck, and into the arms. These nerves allow our brain to tell our muscle and organs what to do. Numbness, tingling, and muscle spasms are often signs that a nerve has been compressed as a result of an injury. Chiropractors can teach patients techniques to alleviate pressure on the nerves. This can include nerve flossing, traction, mobilization, and more.

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Arthritis

As we age or get injured the spine can degenerate. This is a normal part of getting older, but people are affected to varying degrees. It is important to keep joints moving as we age to maintain their health and mobility. A chiropractor can assist with this and provide exercises that support spinal health.
 

Whiplash

This is an injury of the neck that is often related to motor vehicle accidents or contact sports. The neck is rapidly accelerated or decelerated and the result is damage to the tissues of the neck. Some common symptoms of whiplash include:

• neck pain

• neck stiffness

• shoulder pain

• dizziness

• arm pain

• blurred vision

• irritability

• fatigue

• headaches

 

Those with serious injuries should seek medical care. During the recovery phase a chiropractor can help by providing patient specific whiplash treatment. This can include, muscle release therapy, stretching, mobilization, exercise, postural work, ergonomic advice, and more! A chiropractor is trained extensively in these areas and are experts when it comes to neck and back pain.

 

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