Neck Pain
Neck problems in addition to localised pain may
give rise to a variety of other symptoms in the arms, head, jaw and chest. Your
neck (cervical spine) is made up of seven bones, called vertebrae, separated by
joints allowing movement. Muscles move the neck whilst ligaments provide
stability. Being highly mobile the neck is very susceptible to injury.
The Healthy Neck is free from pain, strong, with complete movement in all
directions. A forward curve is normal allowing for shock absorption. This curve
may be lost with neck trauma, upsetting the normal postural balance of the
area, often leading to pain and abnormal function of the neck, arms, chest,
head and jaw.
What Causes Neck Injury?
Joints, nerves, muscles, tendons and ligaments
of the neck may be damaged as a result of neck trauma from a car accident or
sporting injury.
Years of stress from poor posture, incorrect work habits or faulty body
mechanics contribute to neck injury and may lead to osteoarthritis.
What are the Effects of Neck
Injury?
Neck injury may lead to nerve irritation, muscle, tendon, ligament and joint
damage.
Loss of joint mobility is a major cause of nerve irritation (i.e. subluxation)
and loss of joint nutrition.
If left untreated this may give rise to premature degeneration
(osteoarthritis).
The irritation to nerves passing from the neck may cause;
Clinical results and research over the past 20 years has supported the effectiveness of chiropractic care in the management of spine related problems. If you have neck related problems phone now for an appointment.