Neck Pain

Neck pain is the most common condition next to back pain, it can refer pain to the shoulders and arms and can be related to headaches.

Most common neck conditions are:

Cervical issues such as Posture

This condition is recognised by a protruding chin and rounded shoulders.

Symptoms can be a burning or aching feeling across the neck and shoulders.

The cause of this can be maintaining one position for a long period of time.

Acute Wry Neck Pain

The condition is very painful, symptoms include a sudden sharp feeling in the neck and limitation of movement.

It is commonly caused by a sudden quick movement.

Nerve Root Pain

With Nerve Root Pain,  pain in the neck itself may not be experienced, you will get pain in the arm, numbness and/or pins and needles in your arm.

Treatment for all these conditions of neck pain include:

Massage to the tight muscles in the back, neck and shoulders
Stretching and strengthening of the neck
Manipulation of the neck

Your physiotherapist or osteopath will advice you on postural exercises

 

 

 

 

 

Manchester Osteopaths

49 King Street

Manchester

M2 7AY

 

email: info@manchester-osteopaths.co.uk

 

Tel: 0161 835 2358

 

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