Neck pain can be a serious quality of life issue for individuals and families. Many people who suffer from neck pain might have heard that they need to take prescription medications or undergo a surgical procedure. Fortunately, there are alternative treatment options available that can provide effective neck pain relief.
Neck pain can take many forms. Sometimes, people suffer from neck pain or discomfort and don't realize it until they try to move the neck from side to side. Some people with neck pain might be unable to look up or down. Other people might feel a knot on the side or back of the neck. Regardless, neck pain can be both acute and chronic in nature, causing many people to wonder why they have such discomfort in the first place.
There are a number of reasons why people might come to see us for neck pain. Some of these include:
Whiplash: Whiplash is one of the most common causes of neck pain. People commonly sustain whiplash in a car accident. When someone is involved in a car accident, the neck tends to snap back and forth. This leads to a sprain of the upper cervical ligaments of the neck, causing whiplash.
Headaches and Migraines: Those who suffer from tension and migraine headaches can also develop neck pain. Muscle tightness and discomfort in the head can spread to the neck, leading to pain and discomfort. Migraines can also cause nausea and vomiting.
Depending on the exact cause of the neck pain, the symptoms are going to vary. Some of the most common symptoms of neck pain include:
Fortunately, there are effective treatment options available from a trained chiropractor in Lincoln.
Anyone who is looking for neck pain relief and whiplash treatment should know that a chiropractor can craft a well-rounded treatment approach tailored to the needs of the patient. Some of the ways a chiropractor can fix neck pain include:
Trust a trained chiropractor for neck pain and whiplash treatment.
When someone chooses a trained chiropractor for neck pain treatment, there are a couple of major benefits. These include:
Drug-Free: A chiropractor will avoid the use of prescription drugs and medications to limit the possible side effects that might develop. Sometimes, the side effects of these drugs can be worse than the pain itself. Instead, holistic treatment options are used to provide neck pain relief.
No Surgery: A chiropractor can also work hard to help someone avoid surgery. The complications of surgery can be dangerous. Instead, a chiropractor will focus on bringing out the ability of the body to heal itself naturally using a well-rounded treatment approach.
A stiff neck is a common condition in which the neck loses some of its mobility. When you have a stiff neck, you may find it extraordinarily painful to turn or tilt your head. You may even find it impossible to move your neck at all, forcing you to turn your entire body to see someone or something.
A traumatic accident can easily leave you with a stiff, painful neck. An auto accident, for example, can throw your head back and forth so strongly that you tear muscles and dislocate vertebrae in your neck. Sleeping wrong can sometimes produce a painful, stiff neck and headaches.
Chronic musculoskeletal or postural problems can also cause stiff neck symptoms. A head that sits asymmetrically on the cervical spinal column may create constant strain in the neck muscles. Poor workplace ergonomics or regularly dropping your head to consult your smartphone can lead to a painful issue called text neck.
Chiropractic adjustment can provide effective neck pain treatment in Lincoln. Our chiropractor will check your cervical spinal alignment to see whether you have a subluxation or dislocation that needs correcting. Gentle, precise adjustments can realign your head with your neck, easing both acute symptoms and chronic neck strain.
Acupuncture Therapy can loosen and relax tight, strained, stiff neck muscles, easing pain and increasing range of motion. This form of therapy also increases blood flow to damaged neck tissues, speeding the healing process in injuries.
Exercise can also help you tame a nagging stiff neck. We can prescribe specific stretches and other exercises that you can perform in the comfort of your own home. The result is a stronger, more limber, less injury-prone neck.
In addition to treating your stiff neck, our chiropractor will be happy to recommend smart preventative measures for preserving your neck health and comfort. You may benefit from continuing your neck exercises indefinitely, or from adopting new ergonomic practices at work or in your everyday life. Periodic chiropractic evaluations and incremental adjustments may also help. Even a change of pillow can make a world of difference.
The smartphone you carry with you all day may actually be a source of major pain and discomfort. A new disease of the modern, technological era is known as “text neck,” and you or a loved one may have it now. Fortunately, your preferred chiropractor in Lincoln can help.
Led by Chiropractor Chad Larson D.C., Larson Chiropractic & Acupuncture is your source for neck pain relief, including cases of text neck (sometimes called “tech neck” because of its occurrence among people who stare at high tech devices all day).
Text neck is a condition stemming from a repetitive stress injury. Doctors typically see text neck occurring when people spend excessive amounts of time staring down at their smartphone and texting.
When you keep your head in a forward posture to look at devices throughout the day, your muscles grow imbalanced between the upper back, chest, and neck. Pain can occur as you continuously keep your neck in bad posture. Muscles strain and in some instances actually tear.
Pain and inflammation are commonly experienced in people suffering from text neck.
A range of symptoms occurs in text neck patients, including:
Our chiropractor will take your medical history and ask questions about how often you look down at your smartphone, then evaluate your ability to move. Then he’ll create an individualized care plan.
Options for treating your text neck include chiropractic adjustments and gentle manipulations. We also may offer you acupuncture to reduce pain and discomfort. Finally, the chiropractor will show you how to maintain better posture and offer tips for looking at your screens in a less painful way.
To avoid a recurring case of text neck, you’ll want to take preventative measures.
Our chiropractor will check your posture and then give you advice on corrective posture and tips on how to avoid strenuous neck positions.
For example, the next time you reach for your smartphone, do not hold it at chest height and stare down at the screen. Instead, lift the phone up so it’s at the same level of your eyes, so you can look at it directly instead of bending your neck down.
Make changes to your office (at work and at home) for improved comfort. Your computer monitor or monitors should be positioned so you can see it without needing to turn your head to the left or right. This is especially important for those who are on their computers for 8 hours or more a day at work or school.
If you’ve been suffering from a case of text neck, there’s no need to delay getting the relief you need. At Larson Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we are devoted to easing the pain of each patient that comes through our doors and we look forward to helping you too. To find out more about our approach to treating and preventing text neck or to make an appointment for a Lincoln neck pain doctor.
Individuals and families who are in search of a compassionate and experienced chiropractor who can treat neck pain should call Larson Chiropractic and Acupuncture today. Our goal is to tailor our treatment plans to meet your unique needs. We want to get to know you and your family. Please call us today at (402) 421-1626 to make an appointment!
3855 Village Dr. Ste 200
Lincoln, NE 68516
United States
Phone: 402-421-1626
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday:
10:30am – 12:30pm &
3:00pm – 6:00pm
Thursday: 10:30am – 12:30pm
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: Closed
