Pain, discomfort or stiffness in the neck is a common reason for patients to seek medical care. Most cases of neck pain lies in our modern lifestyle. A muscle spasm, brought on by poor posture, sleeping position or stress, is the most frequent causes of neck pain.
The bones, ligaments, and muscles of your neck support your head and allow for motion. Any abnormalities, inflammation, or injury can cause neck pain or stiffness. But an aching neck can be a symptom of a more serious problem. Disc degeneration, narrowing of the spinal canal, arthritis and even cancer cause neck pain. For serious neck, problems a primary care physician and often a specialist, such as a neurosurgeon, should be consulted.
NECK
PAIN
Some of the symptoms includes:
-
Muscle tightness and spasms
-
Headaches
-
Decreased ability to move your head
-
Stiff Neck
-
Sharp Pain or "Stabbing Pain"
-
Radiating Pain or Numbness
-
Disc InjuryA disc works almost like a shock absorber, but over time they can become worn or damaged. Symptoms of a disc-related injury might include a loss of mobility in the neck, numbness into your shoulder or arm, and weakness in your neck.
-
Stiff NeckDifficulty moving the neck sideway without turning the entire body. It may also be accompanied by a headache, neck pain and shoulder pain or arm pain. In most cases, pain and stiffness go away naturally within a week.
-
WhiplashWhiplash injury occurs when there is a sudden jolt to the head and neck in any accident that may cause a forceful back-and-forth motion. Motor vehicle accident is the most common cause behind the whiplash injury, but can also happen in sports or other trauma.
Conditions we treat but not limited to includes:
-
Cervical Spondylosis
-
Ergonomic related neck pain
-
Cervical Radiculopathy
-
Cervicogenic Headaches
-
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
-
Brachial Plexus Neuritis
What to expect during consultation
Assess
We will conduct a thorough assessment through a series of clinical questions and physical tests to analyze what is the main cause of the problem. This helps us diagnose the root cause of your symptoms, and guides our treatment plan to help you move better.
Treat
We provide individualized treatment based on the latest evidence-based approach, using manual therapy techniques such as deep tissue massage, joint mobilization to restore functional range of motion and reduce pain.
Educate
Based on our assessment findings, we will design and prescribe an individualized exercise program targeted towards solving your problem. Our therapists will educate and guide you on your journey to recovery and self management.