Neck Pain

Neck pain (or cervicalgia) is a common problem. It is suggested that about two thirds of the population have it at some time in their lives, with about 25% of women and 20% of men having symptoms at any one time (1). After back pain, it is the most common cause of musculoskeletal pain.

Neck pain is commonly associated with dull aching sensation, although it is not uncommon of this to be a sharp and shooting. Movement can often make it and your neck can also be tender to touch. Additionally, neck pain can be associated with other symptoms. For example;  numbness and tingling pain down an arm; headaches; dizziness;  feeling lightheaded. With these symptoms it is wise to speak to your GP before seeking any treatment.

Causes

The causes of neck pain are numerous and often it is a combination of different things. For instance, a neck strain is often the reason for the problem to flare up.  However, wear and tear can make the neck more likely to be painful. Additionally many people don’t know why their neck pain started. However, poor posture and sleeping position can play a part. While stress seems to make things worse.

At Chiro Relief we offer a range of treatments, tailored to your needs. Although neck pain can be complicated to treat, a combination of chiropractic manipulation, massage and exercises is often the answer. A study has showed strong evidence supporting manipulation for the treatment of cervicalgia (2). Of course, chiropractic treatment is not suitable for all neck complaints. So at Chiro Relief a careful examination helps identify the correct treatment to get good results quickly and cost-effectively.