FOCUS ON NECK PAIN TO RELIEVE HEADACHES
Relieve That Nagging Headache Naturally! The neck can be a hidden and debilitating source of headaches. Very often neck pain and headaches go hand- in-hand, leading to a miserable time coping with everyday activities. According to the National Institute of Health Statistics, neck pain and headaches are the second most common form of pain experienced by Americans, with 59% reporting it affected their enjoyment of life. Some headaches areoften groupedunder the term “cervicogenic headache” meaning that the primary source is from the neck. (about that of a bowling ball). With fatigue, poor posture, injuries, disc problems, arthritis, muscular stress and even prior surgeries, the wear and tear on this critical region of your body can prove too much, resulting in pain. It is also possible that you may develop a narrowing of the spinal canal itself. Since the spinal cord runs through the spine, a narrowing of the canal or where the nerves exit, can lead to a condition called spinal stenosis.
There is much that can be done to treat neck pain and headaches. Our expert physical therapists have years of experience helping people with neck pain and headaches. By finding the root cause of your neck pain and headaches we can relieve your pain quickly, reduce the need for medication and get you back to the activities you enjoy. Discover how our team of specialists at First Choice Medical Group Physical Therapy can eliminate your neck pain and headaches allowing you to live a happy, active and pain-free life. Call today for more details! 321-802-5814
There are well mapped out patterns of headaches that come from the different parts of the neck, shoulder and upper back areas. The discs between your bones (vertebrae) and joints in the upper neck often contribute to headaches. Even headaches located in the forehead or behind the eyes are often referred pains stemming from problem areas in the neck and base of the skull. The joints connecting the top three vertebral levels of the neck handle almost 50% of the total motion of the entire neck. This means they absorb a lot of repetitive strain. These joints bear the main load of the weight of the head
STAFF SPOTLIGHT Christy Moore, PT, DPT, CKTP, APTA
Christy Moore, PT, DPT, CKTP, APTA Clinic Director, Indian Harbour Beach
Christy grew up in Antrim, New Hampshire and moved to Brevard County in late 2010. Her parents are credited for giving flight to her love of PT when they enrolled her in specialized internship programs beginning in her junior year of high school. Christy went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Georgia State University and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Franklin Pierce University. Prior to joining First Choice in 2016, Christy worked at an outpatient physical therapy clinic for over five years. In addition to engaging in activities with her dogs (“the boys”), she enjoys spending quality personal time with her family and friends, expanding her knowledge of and educating others on the benefits of essential oils and kayaking.
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