Unfortunately, neck discomfort is a common experience for many. As Dr. Troy Wilson from Hastings Family Chiropractic in Hastings, NE, notes, anyone can experience occasional or persistent neck pain or stiffness, such as when sleeping in an awkward position. Fortunately, noninvasive chiropractic methods and complementary treatments provide relief from neck pain and related symptoms.
What are Common Neck Pain Causes?
The neck consists of an intricate combination of muscles, joints, nerves, bones, and discs. As a result, the neck area is considered susceptible to trauma, injury, or misalignments. The causes of neck pain include-
- An injury or traumatic event can cause neck pain. Examples include a slip-and-fall or being in a car that is rear-ended by another.
- A muscle pull is among the most common causes of neck pain.
- Chronic bad posture, for example, slouching or rounded shoulders, or stress caused by repetitive motion can cause enough trauma to create neck pain.
- The discs that cushion your spine's vertebrae can bulge or herniate. The result often includes a misalignment that compresses a nearby nerve, which can create pain and other sensations.
- A pinched nerve is a condition in which one or more nerves become compressed— due to injury, misalignment, or conditions that cause inflammation. A pinched nerve can cause intense pain, numbness, and tingling. Pain may radiate or follow nerve pathways down one or both arms.
- Arthritis refers to a type of medical condition that causes body joints to stiffen and become inflamed – leading to pain and mobility problems.
- Osteoporosis is a medical disorder in which bones become weak and brittle. Those with this condition have an increased risk of fracture. Osteoporosis can cause temporary mobility issues and a host of associated complications.
Although rare, a benign tumor (that is not yet identified or diagnosed) may cause pain and neck stiffness as well.
Top Chiropractic Neck Pain Treatments
The following offer effective treatment options to reduce neck pain, stiffness, and discomfort –
- Spinal Adjustments.
- Intersegmental Traction.
- Electrical Stimulation Therapies.
- Acupuncture.
- Cold Laser Therapy.
- StemWave.
- Cryotherapy.
- Therapeutic Ultrasound.
- Therapeutic Exercises.
- Dry Needling
- Nutritional Guidance.
Contact a Leading Hastings, NE, Chiropractor for Neck Pain Relief
Do you or someone you know/love suffers from neck pain and discomfort that interrupts your daily routine? For additional information on available neck pain treatments, contact Dr. Wilson or a staff member at Hastings Family Chiropractic at 402-462-1955 or online.
At Hastings Family Chiropractic, we look forward to helping you live your best, pain-free life.
