Muscle&Spine_Relieving Neck Pain and Stress

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.

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