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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NECK PAIN? IS STRESS CAUSING YOUR WE CAN HELP YOU FIND RELIEF!
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
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. 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. Call us today at 775-777-1276 or visit our website online at FirstChoicePTNV.com. We can help you find the source of your neck pain and guide you along the way to achieve greater health.
FINDING THE ANSWER FOR NECK PAIN RELIEF
Neck pain, fortionately, can be alleviated with 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. Your therapist 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-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.
Call us today at 775-777-1276 or visit our website at FirstChoicePTNV.com to learn more about how our services can be the answer you need for your neck pain.
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Therapy, I was unable to put more than 40 lbs on my broken leg. The Physical Therapists were very patient and helpful. The entire staff has been SO kind. The front desk is always willing to work around my schedule and the Physical Therapists are always pushing me to achieve more each time they see me. When I started, I simply wanted to “walk again.” Now, however, I am able to do (just about) everything I did before I broke my leg. This place has truly changed my life in such a wonderful way! I HIGHLY recommend First Choice to anyone needing Physical Therapy!” - J. H.
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While at work, I broke my femur and tibia. My knee was also severely
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EXERC I SE ESSENT I AL S US E T H I S E X E RC I S E TO R E L I E V E NE CK PA I N
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Clean Hands Often
Avoid Touching Your Face
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.
Avoid Hugs & Hand Shakes
Stay Home if You Are Sick
Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
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