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Whether it’s a slightly stiff neck or debilitating neck pain, these problems can have a significant effect on your quality of life. The best way to treat this type of pain is to diagnose the cause of the problem and have it treated by a chiropractor. Their experts see a few common causes of neck discomfort and treat their patients accordingly.

3 Common Sources of Neck Pain & How Chiropractors Can Relieve It

1. Everyday Strain

There are activities in everyday life that can irritate the muscles and tendons in your neck by overusing or overextending them. You’ve experienced this if you’ve ever woken up with a stiff neck from sleeping in an odd position. Posture and stress are also common culprits here. Your chiropractor can soothe your pain with an adjustment if needed, then teach you the proper way to support your neck. They may recommend a new pillow or teach you techniques to keep your posture straight and prevent future strain.

2. Injuries

chiropractorInjuries may strain or sprain the muscles in the neck. Chiropractors frequently see sports injuries and whiplash after car accidents. These may affect the nerves in the neck and shoulders, which can cause pain, numbness or weakness. A doctor may perform spinal manipulation in order to reduce the inflammation, thus removing the strain on the nerves while restoring full range of motion.

3. Age

When people get older they may suffer from a range of degenerative disorders. Some of the more common disorders include osteoarthritis, degenerative disc disease, or spinal stenosis. Spinal manipulation chiropractic adjustments can help control the swelling and pain associated with these disorders.

 

No one should have to live with neck pain. Nobbe Chiropractic Clinic in Columbia, IL, can not only help with the immediate pain, but it can also treat the source for a healthier future. They have served the area since 1976, and their experienced staff can educate you on safe practices to prevent future issues. For more information about the practice, visit their website. Call (618) 281-4000 to schedule an appointment.

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