Pain in your neck can ruin your day and significantly impact your daily life. It can be caused by various factors such as poor posture, muscle strain, and degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis. Neck pain can range from mild to severe and may be accompanied by symptoms such as headaches, stiffness, and difficulty moving the neck.
How Physical Therapy Can Help with Neck Pain
Seeking the guidance of a healthcare professional, such as a physical therapist, can provide relief and improve the overall quality of life for those suffering from neck pain. Physical therapists offer safe and effective treatments that can help reduce pain, improve range of motion, and restore function.
What to Expect from Physical Therapy
Physical therapy for neck pain typically involves a combination of exercises, hands-on services, and other techniques to address the underlying cause of the pain. This may include stretching and strengthening exercises, manual therapy such as soft tissue massage, cupping, dry needling, IASTM, and joint mobilization.
Common Neck Conditions Physical Therapy May Help
Not all neck pain is the same. It could start as a mild stiffness that limits your movement or as a sharp, stabbing pain that makes your daily life and ability to sleep nearly impossible.
Neck pain can also become chronic, lasting for many months, or lead to tingling or numbness that travels down into your shoulders, arms, and hands. It can even increase the frequency and duration of headaches or migraines. Physical therapists understand your discomfort and can treat various neck conditions, including:
- Radiculopathy
- Degenerative disc disease
- Cervical stenosis and arthritis
- Migraines and headaches
- Strains or sprains
Benefits of Choosing Physical Therapy
Physical therapy addresses the root cause of your symptoms. It offers personalized treatment plans that include education on proper posture and body mechanics, strategies for managing pain, and prevention of future flare-ups. It can also assist in preventing future injuries reducing the risk of future neck pain and other injuries.
Discover Relief From That Pain In Your Neck
If neck pain or other symptoms limit your ability to be as active as you would like, don’t let it stop you from enjoying life. Call your nearest MVPT Physical Therapy location to schedule or complete the form below to request an evaluation.
