Neck Treatment
WHAT CAUSES NECK PAIN?
Neck pain is commonly felt from the base of the skull to the top of your shoulder blades, settling in the back of the neck. Neck pain can travel to other extremities such as shoulders, arms, and back due to certain nerves being affected. Poor posture, obesity, lifting with improper form, sedentary jobs, and any type of athletic activity can all cause and contribute to pain in the neck. The good news is most episodes of neck pain can be resolved with the proper physical therapy program and our team of HealthQuest physical therapists are well equipped to take care of you.
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GOALS & STRATEGIES
for treating neck pain & conditions
eliminate/reduce
pain & swelling
improved
mobility & flexibility
education & preventative tools
increased
strength & endurance
return to
normal function
proper
alignment
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COMMON NECK CONDITIONS
we treat
There are several conditions that may lead to neck pain. Damage to the tissues or bone structures in the neck is the leading cause of neck pain. This damage can occur from a sudden injury or develop over time from repetitive overuse. Certain degenerative diseases may also lead to neck pain. Some of the most common causes of neck pain include:
Strains or Trauma
- Strains, Trauma, or Whiplash may occur with traumatic injury, when the neck moves in an unnatural way, or when unbalanced movements are made repetitively. Symptoms can range from slight to severe pains, swelling, stiffness and loss of normal motion.
Poor Posture
- Postural Dysfunction (poor posture) is a common cause of neck and shoulder pain and headaches. It often leads to muscle pain, stiffness and pain radiating down the arm. Excessive computer use and jobs requiring long periods of sitting have led to a growing trend in postural dysfunction.
Arthritis
- Arthritis or degeneration can develop with age or as the tissue or cartilage which protects the joints wears down. This can cause painful and stiff movements, limited range of comfortable motion, and catching/locking sensations.
Pinched Nerves
- Pinched Nerves occur when there is excessive pressure on the nerve leading to weakness, numbness, tingling or pain radiating down the arm or into the hand.
Cervical Headaches
- Cervical Headaches are a common result of problems in the neck or from postural dysfunction. The majority of headaches are actually due to problems in the cervical spine. This can present as pain in the base of the skull or tension in the shoulders and head.
Disc Injury
- Herniated disc
Generalized Neck Pain
- The majority of neck pain episodes do not require surgery and respond best to physical therapy. We help diagnose where your neck pain is coming from and then treat it.
TREATMENT PLAN
for neck pain
We treat the individual…not just the pain or dysfunction. Your physical therapy treatment may include: