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What Causes Neck Pain?
Most neck pain can be attributed to overuse injuries, accidents and diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. For many people, neck pain is a temporary condition. Others need medical diagnosis and treatment to relieve chronic symptoms.
You are most at risk
for neck pain if you
- Have had a past neck injury
- Have overuse injuries which trigger muscle strains (e.g. individuals in sedentary jobs with poor posture)
- Suffer from osteoarthritis of the neck joints
- Are diagnosed with whiplash after an auto accident
- Have nerve compression disorders
The Neck
The neck, or cervical spine, is composed of vertebrae that begin in the upper torso and end at the base of the skull. These vertebrae and the supporting ligaments and muscles provide stability to the spine. Because the neck is less protected than the rest of the spine, it’s more vulnerable to injury and disorders that cause pain and restrict motion.
Common Neck Conditions
Our Physical Therapists will develop a customized treatment plan to relieve your neck pain and restore mobility.
The most common neck injuries that are effectively treated with physical therapy are:
- Abnormalities in the Bones or Joints
- Trauma
- Poor Posture
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Inflammatory Diseases (e.g. Spinal Stenosis/Arthritis)
- Muscle Strains
Treatment Options
Our team of Physical Therapists treat patients using evidence-based treatment techniques that speed recovery time, while reducing the risk of recurring neck pain:
- Manual therapy to decrease pain, increase range of motion and improve function
- Therapeutic exercises to strengthen neck and shoulder muscles that will decrease stress to the neck and improve postural control
- Functional exercises that are tailored to your activity level
- Self-management education to reduce chance of recurrence
To learn more about our Neck Treatments,
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