Regardless of whether it’s the occasional twinge or constant soreness, neck pain deserves to be taken seriously. At Garner Chiropractic in Poughkeepsie, New York, Dr. Greg Garner and our team are here to help you uncover the cause of your neck pain, treat it in the least invasive way possible, and stop it from returning.
Common Causes of Neck Pain
Neck pain can happen for all sorts of reasons, but most of them have to do with dysfunction in the musculoskeletal system. Some common causes of neck pain we often treat at Garner Chiropractic include:
Subluxations: Overuse, poor posture, or acute injuries can lead to slight misalignments in the spinal joints called subluxations, which throw off the balance of pressure in the neck and prevent it from moving freely.
Cervical Disc Issues: Herniated or bulging discs in the cervical spine can compress nearby nerve roots, causing pain that may radiate into the shoulders, arms, or head.
Whiplash: Often resulting from car accidents or sports injuries, whiplash occurs when the neck is suddenly jerked forward and then backward, leading to subluxations and overstretching the muscles and tendons.
Poor Posture: Prolonged periods of sitting, especially with poor ergonomics, or of looking down at a phone, can strain the muscles and ligaments in the neck.
Degenerative Conditions: Conditions such as osteoarthritis or degenerative disc disease can lead to chronic neck pain as the structures in the neck break down.
Chiropractic Treatments for Neck Pain
Dr. Garner and our team in Poughkeepsie, New York, provide treatments designed to both relieve your symptoms and aid your recovery. Some treatments you can expect include:
Chiropractic Adjustments: One of the primary methods we use to treat neck pain is chiropractic adjustments. Careful applications of force to the cervical spine restore proper alignment. By improving spinal function, adjustments can alleviate pressure on the nerves and other tissues and allow the joints to move without rubbing each other.
Physiotherapy: Our physiotherapy services focus on rehabilitating the neck and attached muscles in the upper back and shoulders. We provide personalized exercise programs designed to improve stability and flexibility, making you less vulnerable to injuries in the future.
Massage Therapy: Our massage therapy services complement chiropractic care by reducing muscle tension and promoting relaxation. Massage can help alleviate pain in the neck and shoulders, improve circulation, and reduce emotional stress. This holistic approach can significantly contribute to your recovery process.
Experience Relief from Neck Pain
Stop living with neck pain and get expert chiropractic care. For a consultation with Dr. Greg Garner at Garner Chiropractic in Poughkeepsie, New York, call (845) 471-8400 or make an online request.