Neck pain affects many people, up to 1/3 of the population are affected by neck pain. The causes of neck pain are varied. And can include; neck disc bulges, disc and joint degeneration, neck arthritis, as well as ligament and muscular problems. Often neck pain will result in painful and restricted movement making normal life and activities such as moving, driving, lifting and sleeping really difficult. Neck pain can also occasionally can spread to the shoulder and arm if nerves from the neck have been irritated.
Physiotherapy treatment for neck pain can include manual therapy (hands on treatment), joint mobilisations, acupuncture & dry needling to help reduce your neck pain, as well as advice regarding your work environment, desk set up, driving position, sleep arrangements and other relevant lifestyle changes.
Our expert physiotherapists can also help you recover after neck surgeries such as disc decompression surgery and neck spinal fusion surgery, managing you all the way from hospital discharge to a pain free and fulfilling life.
Neck pain can be very persistent with up to 70% of people with neck pain experiencing ongoing or recurrent symptoms for up to 3 years. This is often due to changes in neck muscle control and strength persisting even after the pain has gone. Physiotherapy treatment for neck pain helps you to improve the muscle control and strength with a tailored, progressive rehabilitation program aimed to restore this muscle function and help you stay out of pain for the long term.
Book a consultation today to get your neck assessed and on the road to a pain free life.