Why is my neck always painful?

Understanding Neck Pain: How Chiropractic Care Can Help You Find Relief

Hi everyone! Today we’re diving into one of the issues that plague many of our patients in the clinic: that is neck pain. Everyday life isn’t kind to the neck. You may be all too familiar with the sore shoulders and tired neck you feel after a long day. So how do you ease it?

First, it is important to understand some types of neck pain.

Muscle strains

This type of neck pain often results from overuse, poor posture, or sudden movements, and awkward positions that strain the neck muscles.

Joint degeneration

Also known as cervical spondylosis, this is a degenerative condition that occurs due to stressful loading of the neck. The wear and tear of the spinal joints in the neck leads to stiffness that left unchecked, could cause long-term symptoms.

Nerve compression

Nerve compression occurs when a nerve in the neck is irritated, triggering pain that can radiate down the arms. As nerves reside around the spine, problems with the spine can lead to nerve irritation.

Trauma

Trauma refers to injuries like whiplash where sudden, forceful movement of the neck injures the spine and causes pain. This happens often in motor vehicle accidents or sports-related incidents.

Diseases

While musculoskeletal issues are common causes of neck pain, there are also other diseases that can contribute to neck discomfort. These include things like infections, inner ear issues, referred pains from our hearts and lungs, etc.

Now that we know some causes of neck pain, here are some common signs and symptoms of neck pain:

• Pain in prolonged positions
• Muscle tightness and spasms
• Difficulty moving the head
• Headaches

If some of these sounds awfully similar to you, taking steps to solve it are important. Neck pain rarely starts overnight and usually evolves over time. In many cases, an early solution is important for the best results. Although most neck pains resolve gradually, repetitive pains are signs that further help is necessary.

Chiropractic care represents a specific, non-invasive, and effective treatment for neck pain. By applying manual adjustments and gentle techniques, we aim to restore proper spinal alignment, relieve nerve compression, reduce muscle tension, and promote optimal loading and movement of the body. We tailor a treatment and rehabilitation that not only relieves your pain, but maintains lasting results for each individual and their specific needs.