Does your neck hurt? You might be suffering from stress-related pain — also called a tension headache. During anxiety, muscles tense up. As muscle tension tightens, the back, shoulders and neck are affected. The more pressure they cause, the more discomfort you get. Let’s take a closer look at stress-related neck pain.
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factors — low, but constant, trapezius muscle activity. If your neck pain starts at the base of your shoulders, traveling upward, it may be stress related. Causes of Stress-Related Neck Pain While stress alone can trigger neck pain, a few factors can make it worse. Office environments tend to create neck pain problems — as they confine people to chairs, bad posture and little mobility. Driving often, too, can make your chances of stress-related neck pain higher. The U.S. National Library of Medicine suggests contacting a professional if you’re experiencing neck pain. Even if it’s caused by stress, untreated neck pain might later reveal muscle spasms, arthritis, bulging discs or even narrowed spinal nerve openings. Call Muscle & Spine Rehabilitiation Center at (269) 979-3000. Our physical therapists can help you find the source of your neck pain and guide you along the way to achieve greater health.
Does your neck hurt? You might be suffering from stress-related pain — also called a tension headache. During anxiety, muscles tense up. As muscle tension tightens, the back, shoulders and neck are affected. The more pressure they cause, the more discomfort you get. Let’s take a closer look at stress-related neck pain. Is My Neck Pain Caused by Stress? Pain worsened by keeping your head in one place — like when you’re driving, or using a computer — is neck pain. While neck pain has a slew of symptoms, its major symptoms, reported by Mayo Clinic, are: • Muscle tightness and spasms • Headaches • Decreased ability to move the head Stress-induced neck pain isn’t rare. It also isn’t psychological. Many experts think stress-induced neck pain is caused by physical
Neck pain, fortunately, can be alleviated with physical therapy. Because neck pain is often caused by activity, different activity can cure it. Sometimes, this “activity” means “no activity.” Before you contact a professional, try reducing your neck movements. Sometimes, simply letting your neck muscles relax is enough. If you don’t see relief within two weeks, contact a professional. Physical therapists can target your pain’s source by examining your symptoms. Then, they can offer exercises that stretch, flex and relax your neck muscles. In time, your neck will become more resilient — giving you the comfort you deserve. Where after-care HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP NECK PAIN
treatment is considered, custom-tailored neck exercises will assure your neck stays loose, limber and healthy. If you’re dealing with neck pain, you’re not alone. Call our office today, and schedule an assessment. Even if your neck pain is caused by stress, it still needs attention. We’ll work side by side with your goals, creating the proactive, effective programs you need to achieve mobility once more. Sources: spine-health.com/blog/how-relieve-neck-pain-caused- stress everydayhealth.com/neck-pain/neck-pain-reduce- stress.aspx
ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0027055/ medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000802.htm newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/most-neck- pain-improves-with-self-care-time/ mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/neck-pain/ symptoms-causes/syc-20375581 Call us today at 269-979-3000 or visit muscleandspinerehab.com to learn more about how our services might benefit you. We will help you get moving and take a step toward a pain-free life.
MY PT SUCCESS STORY I went to Muscle & Spine Rehabilitation for my
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chronic neck pain and had the pleasure of working with Ben and Teri. Almost immediately, I noticed some improvement in my neck pain which continued to improve over the duration of my treatment. Both of my
1. Physical therapy is most beneficial when used before an issue becomes chronic and even asameanstopreventfuture injury. 2. The best thing that you can do is seek treatment as immediately following the development of your pain as possible. 3. Physical therapy is the best strategy to overcome chronic pain and is helpful at all ages.
Winter isoneofthemosttryingtimes of the year for those struggling with chronic pain. Add the risk of falling dueto icyconditionsandcoldweather that aggravates even the mildest arthritis issue and you’ll find a huge increase of those who would benefit frompainmanagementandsupport. Takethismonthtolearnsomeofthe most important things you need to know about the benefits of physical therapy:
therapists were very personable and professional, as was the rest of the staff. I could have sat and talked to Teri all day, which was nice because it took my mind off of the muscle fatigue from the prescribed exercises. When my physical therapy was complete, they provided me with a print out of home exercises and affordably priced Therabands to continue my progress at home. ” – B. D.
Cervical Retraction Stand with your back against a wall and with a rolled up towel behind your neck. Keep your eyes fixed ahead and your head upright. Tuck your chin like you are nodding “yes.” Draw your chin closer to the back of your throat. Repeat 10 times. EXERC I SE ESSENT I ALS USE THIS TECHNIQUE TO RELIEVE NECK PAIN
HOPE BERNING STAFF SPOTLIGHT PTA
Meet Hope Berning, Physical Therapist Assistant. Hope was first introducedtophysicaltherapy whensheobtainedaTechposition atMuscleandSpineRehabilitation Center. After observing her coworkers and clinicians, she knewthiswasthefieldshewanted her career to be in. HopecompletedthePTAprogram at Kellogg Community College.
Since then,shehasworked full timeandnowpart timeatMuscle and Spine Rehabilitation Center. She is also Vestibular Certified. According to Hope, working at Muscle and Spine has provided her with everything she was seeking in this field. Each day she strives to the improve quality of life for her patients through physical therapy. Hope is passionate about developing a unique patient relationship in the process, and feels that this can make all the difference for the patient experience. Outside of work, Hope thoroughly enjoys spending time with her family. She is a wife to husband Jeff and a mother, friend and playmate to twoyoungdaughters. Inaddition to family time,Hope enjoys gardening, crafts and baking. To schedule an appointment with Hope, call us today at 269-979-3000.
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DIRECT ACCESS WHAT DOES IT MEAN? Physical Therapy is Easier to Get Than You Think! • A physician referral • Therapy may begin
� Moving without pain � Bending &moving freely � Balancing confidently & securely
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no longer needed, whether you want a check-up, suffered a recent injury, or if you want to improve your overall health and wellness
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Don’t let your pain hold you back. Call us today at 269-979-3000 or visit our website at muscleandspinerehab.com.
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