Neck Pain Causes

What causes it?

The two most common causes of neck pain are trauma and muscle imbalances, the second one being responsible for what are called "postural dysfunctions."  Postural dysfunctions cause abnormal alignment of the neck, head and shoulders and abnormal positioning of the joints that lead to increased wear and tear on the joints, muscles, and ligaments—even discs.

First you must understand that neck pain, with exception to trauma, these conditions do not occur over night. You may be come symptomatic very quickly, but it takes a long time for the condition—to be prevelant enough to cause pain.

How do you diagnose neck pain?

A doctor, physical therapist or chiropractor can diagnose your neck pain.  In order to get the most comprehensive assesment of your condition, we reccommend you see more than one health professional.

What are the symptoms on neck pain?

Most people complain of stiffness or soreness in the neck, usually on one side of the neck, right neck pain or left side neck pain. Some people also mention pain in the upper back, and neck pain can also lead to headaches.

What are the most Common Treatments?

People often treat neck pain with Cortisone injections, prescriptions drugs for muscle relaxants or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), a bit of rest in a comfortable bed may often provide temporary relief.

Chiropractic care and physical therapy can provide spinal mobilizations, hot pack treatment, ultrasounds, electrical stimulations, cervical traction, and therapeutic exercise therapy.

Surgery should always be your last option and should only be considered if the severity of your condition warrants it.

Massage therapy is often a great relief from neck pain, if the therapist is educated on how to provide neck pain relief.

Why do most neck pain treatments fail?

Traditional neck pain treatments often fail because they only address the symptoms and do not address the cause of the neck pain condition. Your neck pain is a physical problem and it requires a physical solution, that makes sense doesn't it. The truth is, there are'nt any pills or injections that can create correct postural balance in the body. Postural balnce is necessary to relieve the pressure from the nerve or make the joints work more effeciently.

Which neck pain treatments work best?

One of the most effective treatments for neck pain is called Muscle Balance Therapy. The principles of Muscle Balance Therapy™ acknowledge your pain source but also uncovers what is responsible for the pains you are feeling in the first place.

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