Chiropractor for Neck Pain
Learn how chiropractors help neck pain
Neck pain is second most common reason people attend Ryde Chiropractic, lower back pain being the most common. Neck pain can range from a mild muscular ache to severe sharp pain in the neck, contributing to headaches and pain down the arm. Whilst there arm many causes of neck pain, the most common one that we see in this digital age relates to posture. It is also commonly related to previous car accidents and degenerative changes.
What makes up the neck?
The neck back spans between the base of your skull and your shoulders and can relate problems in both. The neck is made up of seven moveable bones called cervical vertebrae and the discs, which act as shock absorbers, in between them. They are held together by many ligaments and muscles, and the vital spinal nerves come out from between each vertebra. Altogether, the system works to allow you to have freedom of movement, vital for orientating your head and vision, whilst having strength and support to protect your spinal cord and nerves.
Common causes of neck problems
There are many causes of back pain. Here are the most common that we see:
- Poor posture – especially in this digital age, the common culprits are mobile phones, laptops, work computers and tablets.
- Incorrect sitting habits and poor work ergonomics
- Trauma from car accidents, work and sport.
- Muscle tension
- Arthritis and degeneration
Neck pain treatment and Chiropractic
In our office, we have found that a combination of spinal adjustments, also known as spinal manipulation, an effective exercise program and lifestyle advice has helped many patients experiencing neck pain. Multi-modal treatments may also be effective.
The goal of the hands on chiropractic care is to decrease pain in your neck, improve movement and mobility, ease muscle spasm, and increase function.
The goal of the exercise is to increase flexibility, strength and stability and improve posture.
The lifestyle advice will be tailor made for your situation which may include advice about your mobile phone use, laptop use, work posture, sitting and sleeping position, exercise habits and more.
YOUR NECK PAIN CONSULTATION
Get started by discovering the cause of your pain and get on the road to recovery.
- Starts with a Complimentary Discussion (see terms and conditions)
- If appropriate, you may continue immediately with your Comprehensive Examination.
This appointment starts with a complimentary discussion and detailed medical history with Dr Anthony (Chiropractor) or another Chiropractor on his team. They will listen to everything you have to say and find out more about your problem and how it is affecting you.
If your Chiropractor feels they can help you, you can continue forward with a paid thorough examination.
The examination includes comprehensive postural, neurological, orthopaedic and chiropractic examination. If clinically indicated you may be referred for spinal x-rays, which are fully covered by medicare.
Following the consultation, your Chiropractor will carefully analyse your history, examination and x-rays (if taken) to diagnose your problem and provide his best recommendations to you at your Recommendations Conversation.
TALK TO US TODAY
Not sure we can help? Get your free no obligation consultation to find out more. Contact us to book yours. Terms and conditions apply.
You can find our clinic at 4 Doig Ave, Denistone East NSW 2112
References:
Bryans R, et al, Evidence-based guidelines for the chiropractic treatment of adults with neck pain. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2014 Jan;37(1):42-63. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2013.08.010