Neck Pain

Neck pain refers to discomfort or soreness felt in the cervical region of the spine. This can be caused by an underlying health condition or from trauma/repetitive strain.

Symptoms of Neck Pain

  • Sharp pain or soreness
  • Stiffness
  • Muscle spasms
  • Headaches
  • Radiculopathy
  • Muscle weakness in the upper extremities

Common Neck Conditions include:

  • Disc Herniation
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spondylolysis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Facet Joint Arthritis
  • Whiplash

Factors that Worsen Neck Injuries are:

  • Poor Posture
  • Sprains and Strains
  • Repetitive Stress Injuries

How can Physical Therapy Help?

  • Manual therapy to:
  • Stretch affected neck musculature
  • Improve tissue healing
  • Improve joint mobility
  • Postural re-education
  • Neuromuscular & motor control training
  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Functional rehabilitation

How can Physical Therapy Help?

  • Apply ice (acute) or heat (chronic)
  • Gentle stretching
  • Postural changes to allow neutral spine
  • Reconfigure workstation to improve posture
  • Use pillow(s) that supports the neck and body properly for sleep