Ouch - my back hurts!

Neck pain can be very frustrating and potentially debilitating. It can interfere with your ability to do what you need and want to do daily. However there are a variety of treatments available for neck pain, but one option that is often overlooked is chiropractic care. So what do you need to know about this solution and how it may be able to alleviate your neck pain?

Dealing with Neck Pain 

Chiropractors are experts in musculoskeletal health and use hands-on techniques such as adjustments, manual therapy, and exercises to help relieve pain and restore mobility. When it comes to neck pain, chiropractors have several approaches they use to provide relief. Some of the most common include spinal manipulation, massage therapy, acupuncture and electrical stimulation.

Spinal Manipulation

Spinal manipulation involves adjusting the spine joints, so they move more freely. This type of treatment has been found to be effective in reducing muscle tension and improving the range of motion in the neck area, which helps relieve neck pain. In addition, spinal manipulation can help improve nerve function by stimulating the nerves in the affected area and helping them send signals more efficiently.

Massage Therapy

This is another technique used by chiropractors for treating neck pain. Massage helps relax muscles that may be contributing to or exacerbating neck pain by targeting trigger points that cause tension or stiffness in the muscles surrounding the neck. In addition, massage helps reduce inflammation and encourages blood flow in the affected area, which helps promote healing and reduce discomfort. 

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese practice that involves inserting thin needles into parts of the body (called "acupoints") to stimulate energy flow within your body's meridians (or pathways). Stimulating these acupoints can help reduce muscle tension and inflammation associated with neck pain as well as improve circulation, which helps reduce discomfort. In addition, acupuncture may help regulate hormones which can influence mood and reduce stress levels.

Electrical Stimulation

Electrical stimulation is a technique some chiropractors use when treating neck pain. Small electrical currents are applied directly to the skin near the affected area using electrodes or pads attached with wires or tape. These electrical pulses help stimulate muscles and nerves, which can relax tight muscles associated with neck pain. It may also improve circulation which helps promote healing in the affected area and reduces discomfort.

What to Do Next

As you can see, there are many things a chiropractor could do to help relieve some of your neck pain. However, the first step is to make an appointment with this expert so they can discuss your specific case and come up with a course of treatment.

To find out more, contact a company like Goodwood Chiropractic.