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Treat Neck Pain

Neck Pain Chiropractic Treatments

Neck pain can severely affect the quality of life of the suffering individual. The pain usually starts in the cervical region of the spinal vertebrae and may radiate to arms or surrounding areas. It may be due to stiffness of the muscles or damage to the ligament and tendons. 

The throbbing pain radiating from the back of the head and extending to surrounding areas can be hard to bear. However, no one reason fits all. Each person experiences neck pain due to a different condition. If the pain persists for an extended period, it’s best to consult a specialist. Some of the reasons are listed below.

neck and arm injury from auto accident

Poor posture:

Arthritis is the inflammation of joints resulting in unbearable pain. A chiropractor will perform spinal adjustments to reduce the pressure and bring movement to the joints. As a result, the person is relieved of constant pain and has an increased range of motion. 

Cervical vertebrae disk injury:

Sciatica is a painful condition arising from an injury to the sciatic nerve. A chiropractor will perform the necessary adjustments to arrange the disc to its original position and relieve the pressure on the sciatic nerve. 

Injury:

Muscle stiffness and aches are the most common ailments that chiropractors treat. Like all the other conditions, the experienced professional will apply adjustment techniques to treat the root cause. 

Chiropractic care is not limited to the problems mentioned above. These are some of the many conditions that can be treated with the help of chiropractic techniques.

How Does Chiropractic Help with Neck Pain?

A neck pain Chiropractor will use special techniques to perform cervical manipulations to relieve any tension built up in the concerned area. The patient might be asked to lie on their stomach, back, and face up or sit straight. The Chiropractor will then manually move the vertebrae left and right, creating an 8 movement, and adjust the position of the head. Similarly, they may stretch the cervical vertebrae while the patient sits or lays on their face to reduce tightness.

Conclusion:

Neck pain is quite common nowadays. Regardless, it’s important to make mindful decisions that guarantee permanent relief from the pain. The  West Coast Chiropractic Center experts are trained to handle such conditions and ensure the patient returns pain-free.

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