Care for Neck Pain at Vitality Semaphore
Gazing downward at tablets, phones or other digital devices. Hunching over your workstation for hours a day. Sleeping in an awkward position. These are all common causes of neck pain, which is a top reason why people seek chiropractic care.
While it’s tempting to dismiss or just learn to live with neck discomfort, persistent pain may signal underlying problems that require professional attention. Let’s look at some of the causes of this type of discomfort and how we may help.
Mechanical Strain
Poor posture, repetitive movements, and prolonged periods of slouching over desks or smartphones can strain neck muscles and joints. This type of pain typically manifests as stiffness, soreness, and reduced range of motion. Here are some ways to alleviate mechanical neck pain:
- Practise good posture
- Take regular breaks from sedentary activities
- Perform gentle neck stretches and exercises
Arthritic Changes
Osteoarthritis in the neck often results from natural aging processes or past injuries. This condition causes wear and tear on the cervical spine’s joints, leading to pain, inflammation, and sometimes a grating sensation during movement. While age is a factor, previous trauma can accelerate arthritic changes, sometimes manifesting decades after the initial injury.
Disc-Related Issues
Herniated or compressed discs in the neck can cause localised pain that radiates down the arms. This radicular pain may be accompanied by numbness, weakness, or tingling sensations. These symptoms can mimic other conditions, potentially leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments targeting areas like the elbow or shoulder instead of addressing the root cause in the neck.
Our Approach to Care
Chiropractic care offers a non-invasive approach to addressing neck pain. This method focuses on:
- Restoring proper spinal alignment
- Reducing nerve interference
- Promoting natural healing processes
We offer manual and instrument-assisted adjusting techniques and will customise our methods to gently address your discomfort.
Put Pain in Your Past
You don’t have to put up with neck pain. Contact Vitality Semaphore today to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced chiropractors.
