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IS NECK PAIN AFFECTED/RELATED TO THE LOWER BACK?
Absolutely, So Let’s Take a Look at How
Have you ever felt a nagging pain in your neck and wondered if it could somehow be linked to discomfort in your lower back? It might surprise you to learn that the answer is yes! Neck pain and lower back pain are interconnected. The human body is a marvel of connectivity, where different parts support and affect each other. Let’s take a look at how our physical therapists can help alleviate these issues and teach you how to prevent them from coming back. Understanding the connection between neck pain and lower back pain can help you feel better for the long haul. The Link
lead to lower back pain. Also, compensating for the pain in one area can put a strain on another. Muscle Strain Muscles around the spine work to support your body’s structure and posture. When muscles in the lower back are strained or weakened, the upper back and neck muscles can take on extra work to compensate. Similarly, tension in the neck can lead to adjustments in posture that strain the lower back. This cycle of compensation and strain highlights the importance of treating the body as a whole. How Our Physical Therapists Can Help The team at Physical Therapy Specialties is highly trained to find the root causes of your discomfort. We use targeted therapies that include: • Postural Awareness: One of the first steps to breaking the cycle is understanding how your posture affects your body. Our PTs will teach you to recognize and correct poor postures, whether you’re sitting, standing, or moving, to reduce strain on your neck and lower back. We’ll work on: – Body Mechanics to understand how to make conscious postural adjustments in daily life. – Personalized Workplace Ergonomics, proper workstation
Imagine your body as a chain, with each link depending on the others to maintain strength and balance. Your spine runs down the middle of this chain, connecting the neck to the lower back. When one part of the chain is out of line, it can impact other parts. Poor posture is a common culprit behind both neck and lower back pain. Slouching or constantly looking down at your phone can strain neck muscles. Sitting for long periods of time without proper back support or breaks can
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