Chiropractic, Clinically Proven Effective In Treating Chronic Neck Pain
Chiropractic Care for Neck Pain
Neck pain is common and can affect people of all ages. It may develop gradually or begin suddenly, sometimes following an injury, prolonged activity or changes in the way you move. In some cases, there may be no obvious cause.
Neck pain can affect everyday activities such as turning your head, working at a computer, driving, exercising or sleeping. Some people experience pain and stiffness in the neck, while others may also experience symptoms extending into the shoulders or arms.
What Can Cause Neck Pain?
Neck pain can have many possible causes. These may include muscle or joint strain, changes associated with ageing, physical activity, injuries such as whiplash, or prolonged positions and repetitive activities.
Conditions affecting the joints, discs or nerves in the neck can also contribute to pain, stiffness, tingling or other symptoms. Not every neck problem has the same cause, which is why an appropriate assessment is important.
How We Approach Neck Pain
At Eastern Chiropractic Centre, we begin by listening carefully to your concerns and understanding how your neck pain is affecting you.
An initial consultation includes questions about your symptoms, when they began, what makes them better or worse, and whether you are experiencing symptoms such as headaches, shoulder or arm pain, tingling or numbness.
A physical assessment is then carried out as appropriate. We explain our findings clearly and discuss the care options that may be appropriate for your individual circumstances.
If your symptoms suggest that further medical assessment or investigation is needed, we will discuss this with you and recommend appropriate care.
Chiropractic Care for Neck Pain
Depending on your individual circumstances, chiropractic care may include hands-on techniques such as mobilisation or spinal manipulation, together with advice, exercise and other strategies that may support movement and recovery.
Evidence suggests that manual therapy and manipulation can be considered as part of care for some people with neck pain. Current clinical guidance also supports approaches that may combine hands-on care with exercise, advice and active self- management.
Not every person or type of neck pain is suited to the same approach. Our aim is to understand your individual circumstances and work with you to determine appropriate care.
Supporting Your Recovery
Where appropriate, we may discuss ways to remain active, manage activities that aggravate your symptoms, improve movement and support your return to normal activities.
For some people, care may be short term. For others, particularly where symptoms are recurrent or persistent, ongoing management may be discussed based on their individual needs, goals and response to care.
Our approach is to keep you informed, involve you in decisions about your care and support you in making practical steps towards better movement and quality of life.
When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Neck pain can occasionally be associated with an underlying condition that requires medical assessment.
If your symptoms are severe, unusual, worsening or accompanied by other concerning symptoms, further medical assessment may be appropriate. If we identify concerns during your consultation, we will discuss the appropriate next step with you.
Making an Appointment
If you would like to discuss your neck pain, call Eastern Chiropractic Centre on 03 9857 4503 to arrange an appointment.