Are neck pains getting you down?
Neck pains are known to be a hindrance in our daily lives. Not only does it affect our physical health, but it can also cause frustration and a lack of motivation in everyday activities.
The majority of us will experience some type of neck pain in our lifetime. Sometimes these pains are from incorrect sleeping positions or poor seating posture, but generally, those pains disappear after a few days.
Some neck aches and pains can be persistent and debilitating and often associated with other pains such as headaches or back pains. These type of pains require medical attention and treatment options from professionals to help relieve constant pains
Why do we get neck pains?
There are many different causes of neck pain. Pain can be a result of falls or injuries, muscle strains from being hunched over your computer, a flare-up of cervical spondylosis due to age or just from sleeping awkwardly.
Most of these pains will disappear after a couple of hours of rest, but the more severe pain often lingers for a long length of time and start to cause further discomfort.
Seeking expert advice from a doctor or a qualified chiropractor can help to identify the cause of the pain and why extra care is required.
Common symptoms of neck pain
- Stiff neck
- Hot, burning or stabbing pains in shoulders
- Severe pains in one or both your arms
- Headaches
- Decreased ability to move neck and head
- Discomfort in the neck area
- Severe neck pain after a fall or injury
- Dizziness and blackouts
- Muscle spasms
If you are experiencing any of those symptoms and the pain doesn’t go after a few days or you notice it has worsened, then it is worth seeking professional advice.
Can chiropractors treat neck pain?
Although there are many treatment options available for neck pains, one of the most effective methods is chiropractic care.
Chiropractic care involves qualified and registered professionals to carry out a wide range of non-surgical techniques to help reduce neck pain, improve body function and also increase mobility around the body. This hands-on approach is suitable for people of all ages and can be effective on different types of neck pains.
What treatment options are available to me?
At our clinic based in Coventry, our qualified chiropractors are trained to provide treatment for chronic and mechanical neck pain.
Before starting any treatment process, your specialist chiropractor will undergo a full assessment of your current condition, health, medical history and also a physical examination to better understand the problem.
Once an accurate diagnostic has been made, you’ll get the option for a chiropractic care treatment method that is best suited for your pain and lifestyle.
At Central Chiropractic Clinic, we specialise in IDD Therapy, Shockwave Therapy, K- Laser Therapy, Digital X-rays and Diagnostic Ultrasound Scans. All of our professional pain relief methods are non-invasive and non-surgical, eliminating the need for anaesthesia or injections.