FOCUS ON NECK PAIN TO RELIEVE HEADACHES
Relieve That Nagging Headache Naturally! The neck can be a hidden and debilitating source ofheadaches.Veryoftenneckpainandheadaches 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 North Americans, with 59% reporting it affected their enjoyment of life. Some headaches are often grouped under the term “cervicogenic headache” meaning that the primary source is from the neck. load of the weight of the head (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 are well mapped out patterns of headaches that come from the different parts of the neck, shoulderandupperbackareas.Thediscsbetween yourbones (vertebrae)and joints in theupperneck 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
There is much that can be done to treat neck pain and headaches. Our physiotherapists 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 at SOS Physiotherapy can eliminate your neck pain and headaches allowing you to live a happy, active and pain-free life.
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Exercise Essential Try this movement if you are experiencing neck pain.
Healthy Recipe: Red Snapper Arugula Salad
INGREDIENTS • 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 1 tsp grated lemon • 1 tbsp lemon juice • 1/2 tsp minced garlic • 3/4 tsp kosher salt • 6 (6-ounce) red snapper fillets • 1/4 tsp black pepper • 5 ounces baby arugula • 1/4 cup sliced red onion • 2 ounces pecorino Romano cheese • 6 lemon wedges
Stretches Neck
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LEVATOR SCAPULAE STRETCH
Turn your head 45 degrees and look down at your leg on that side. Hold for a minimum of 20 seconds. Remember always stretch gently, especially around the muscles of the neck. Lighter stretches held for longer, sometimes up to a minute, tend to be more effective.
INSTRUCTIONS Combine 3 tablespoons oil, rind, juice, and garlic in a large bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle fish with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add 3 fillets, skin side down; reduce heat to medium, and cook 5 minutes or until skin is golden and crisp. Turn fillets; cook 3 minutes or until done. Remove fish from pan; keep warm. Wipe pan clean; repeat procedure with remaining oil and remaining 3 fillets. Add arugula to dressing; toss. Top with onion and cheese. Serve salad with fillets and lemon wedges.
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