Neck Pain
Are you suffering from neck pain?
Neck pain is a complaint we regularly support in our Bath clinic, whether a more chronic concern or an acute presentation you ‘just woke up with’. If you have been suffering with recurrent or long standing neck and shoulder pain our exert chiropractors and physiotherapist in Bath are here to support you.
What is neck pain?
Neck pain can come from a variety of causes, some of which can need immediate medical attention, so it is important to be assessed by an expert chiropractor or physiotherapist.
Commonly neck pain is caused by joint or muscle sprain or strain, where our body is responding to an overload to the area and trying to protect itself.
We can also see neck pain which involves more degenerative changes or nerve pain. These can be more complex in their presentation, involving changes to the bone and discs structure within the neck and commonly associated with having pain, sensation or strength changes into the arm and hand.
Trauma is another cause of neck pain. Car accidents or quick changes in direction to our body can result in joint and muscle injury to the neck in the form of ‘Whiplash’.
Neck pain can in case be associated with more serious life threatening conditions. If you have sudden neck pain and or headaches associated with a change is speech pattern, arm weakness or leg weakness to once side of the body, it is important to seek AnE medical attention immediately.
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How to ease neck pain?
Neck pain can be painful and debilitating to your everyday life. Whist this can be challenging it doesn’t always require medical attention. Here are some things you can try at home if you experience a stiff or painful neck.
Using a Heat pack over the muscles of your neck and shoulder can help them relax and enable improved movement.
Speak to a pharmacist about what pain medication and anti-inflammatory you can use to ease your pain.
Sleep posture; adjust your pillow so you have support under your neck, as well as avoid posture such a front sleeping.
Active rest; whilst you want to avoid aggravating movements, continue to use your neck normally throughout your day carrying on with your usual activities where possible, especially avoiding sitting in one position for a long time ie. at the desk.