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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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 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 factors RELAX & MOVE FORWARD HOW REL I EV ING STRESS CAN HELP YOU WALK AWAY FROM NECK PAIN
— 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. Contact 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. Contact us at (204) 774-9903 or visit southsherbrook.com. We can help you find the source of your neck pain and guide you along the way to achieve greater health.
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Neck pain, fortunately, can be alleviated with physiotherapy. 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. Physiotherapists 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 treatment is considered, custom- NECK PAIN HOW PHYSIOTHERAPY CAN BRING YOU RELIEF
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 (204) 774-9903 or visit southsherbrook.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.
NOVEMBER IS ALZHE IMER’S AWARENESS MONTH! The prognosis of memory loss and difficulty with cognition is hard to fathom if you’ve never watched it happen in a loved one. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s, but that does not mean there is no hope. A lot of researchandattentionhasbeenput intohelpingpeoplewithAlzheimer’s disease live longer, happier, healthier lives, and there have been several breakthroughs in recent years that are incredibly encouraging. One such breakthrough is the realization that being active and engaging in targeted exercises can often delay the progress of Alzheimer’s disease. ExerciseIsBelievedtoHelpAlzheimer’sintheFollowingWays: • ExercisecandelaytheonsetofAlzheimer’s forthosewhoareexhibiting early symptoms, as well as reduce the risk of developing the disease for those who have a strong genetic predisposition to the condition. • Exercise improves balance and coordination, which reduces the risk of injury from a fall and thereby reduces risk of inhibited mobility. How Physiotherapy Supports Alzheimer’s Disease Working with a physiotherapist is a smart choice when you are facing Alzheimer’s. As part of a targeted program that is designed to introduce the best exercise practices to support optimal cognition, you will learn a seriesofexercises,helpful lifestylestrategies,andgettheencouragement you need to be successful with your workout plan. PhysiotherapyhelpstostaveoffAlzheimer’sbycombiningtargetexercises and physical activity with cognitive training and socialization. By staying active, exercising your mind and body, managing stress and doing your best to live an overall healthy lifestyle, you will put yourself in the best position possible to put off the advancement of Alzheimer’s and enjoy life for years to come. Don’t attempt to fight Alzheimer’s on your own. Getting involved in a prevention program can pair you with the skills and support you need to stay healthy. Call us at (204) 774-9903 to find out howwe can help make a prevention plan that’s right for you.
Sources: mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alzheimers-disease/expert-answers/alzheimers-disease/faq-20057881 nia.nih.gov/alzheimers/publication/preventing-alzheimers-disease/search-alzheimers-prevention-strategies
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Sometimes it is difficult to know if your neck requires stretching or strengthening. Muscles on the back side of your neck often feel like they are tight because they are over compensating. This can also be due to an excessive forward head posture while sitting at home or work which causes those muscles to work even harder. Conversely, many times the deeper muscles along the front of your neck can be weak causing the aforementioned muscle imbalance. Tests within our clinic can help determine which exercises should be prescribed to help alleviate your neck discomfort. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO FOR YOUR NECK?
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WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING
Keep up with your physiotherapy exercises to relieve pain and prevent further injuries. If your pain doesn’t subside, consult with your therapist about what other things might be causing pain. Call South Sherbrook Therapy for an injury consultation. We will guide you so you can get back to the activities you love. HAS YOUR PA I N COME BACK? 1 2 3
Leaving my first appointment was like entering the stage of a
musical. I was leaping and jumping with my new lighter, limber body. A bad neck, shoulder, and hip had been my everyday for six years. I went in for a rolled ankle but Marc assessed that this was not the issue. The discomfort I was experiencing had been assessed by doctors and other physiotherapists and was not discovered or cured. I have a better knowledge of my body, how to care for it, and I could not be more pleased with South Sherbrook Therapy.” - V. W. via Google Reviews
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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.
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