.Neck pain can make rest elusive and simple tasks feel daunting. At Parkside Back and Neck Care, the Lynnwood, Washington, practice of Dr. Jay Campbell, we provide holistic chiropractic care for people suffering from problems in their neuromusculoskeletal system, which are often felt as neck pain. This includes non-invasive therapies and lifestyle modifications to support recovery and resilience.
Common Causes of Neck Pain
One of the most prevalent causes of neck pain is whiplash, an injury that occurs after sudden acceleration and deceleration, such as in a car accident. This sort of incident can overstretch the muscles and ligaments, damage spinal discs, and cause misalignments in the neck vertebrae called subluxations. The resulting pain may not appear immediately but the damage is still there, making it essential to seek professional evaluation.
Another common source of neck pain is muscle tension, often resulting from forward head posture. “Text neck” is an informal term for how people tend to bend their necks to look down at handheld devices. This posture can lead to muscle tightness, particularly in the upper back and neck regions.
Degenerative conditions, such as cervical spondylosis or degenerative disc disease can also contribute to chronic neck pain. As we age, the discs in our spine may lose hydration and elasticity, leading to discomfort and reduced mobility. Gradual erosion of joint cartilage can also result in the formation of bone spurs, which can interfere with joint movement.
How Chiropractors Care for Neck Pain
Chiropractic care is based on removing interferences with the nerve system and restoring natural balance to the body’s frame so it can heal itself. By carefully adjusting the vertebrae in the neck, reducing inflammation in soft tissues, and recommending stretches for the neck and upper back muscles, chiropractors like Dr. Campbell help patients experience lasting relief from their symptoms.
At Parkside Back and Neck Care in Lynnwood, Washington, we believe in empowering our patients with knowledge about their bodies. Understanding the causes of neck pain is essential for effective treatment, and lifestyle modifications are often necessary to prevent neck pain from returning. This may include anything from training people to lift their phones to eye level to maintaining more consistent eating and sleeping habits.
Find Natural Relief from Neck Pain
Neck pain can get worse if it's not treated. However, it is often possible to recover through chiropractic means, or by using chiropractic therapies on a complementary basis. If you are interested in neck pain relief, call Parkside Back and Neck Care at (425) 776-8787 for a consultation with Dr. Jay Campbell in Lynnwood, Washington.