Category: Neck Pain

There are several musculoskeletal disorders that associate with the disks of the cervical spine that cause pain and affect function. Let’s discuss the various types of these pain-generating disk derangements. Intervertebral Disk The intervertebral disk is a fibroelastic cartilaginous shock absorber that sits between two vertebral bodies. This disc is the large boney part of the spine that bears most

It is common to see older adults with a slumped posture. Although there are many possible reasons for this, the most common cause is a condition called spinal stenosis. The Mayo Clinic notes that spinal stenosis can result from wear-and-tear that narrows the spinal disks. This narrowing can place pressure on the nerve roots as they exit the spine before

One-in-five adults over the age of 70 suffer from neck pain, which can dramatically affect their overall quality of life. So how effective is chiropractic care for a senior’s neck pain? Chiropractic Care Study A 2019 study published in the journal Chiropractic & Manual Therapies surveyed 288 Australian chiropractors. They found that individuals over 65 years of age account for

Neck pain is one of the most common complaints that drive patients to seek chiropractic care. Sometimes the cause of injury is a known traumatic event. In many cases, neck pai11s are the result of wear and tear from poor posture—forward head posture in particular. Head Posture The head, which weighs 10-11 lbs. (4.5-5 kg), typically rests above the shoulders.

Neck pain is the second most common reason patients seek chiropractic care, and it’s particularly a problem with office workers. One study estimated that neck pain affects 42-69% of those who work in office environments. Many individuals will experience recurring episodes of neck pain. At least one in six may develop chronic, ongoing neck pain. Chiropractors offer a safe and

Chiropractic care is a highly effective form of treatment for many cervical or neck-related conditions. But how do chiropractors determine what’s causing the pain and what approach to take to manage the patient’s condition? Let’s take a look at what chiropractors do when a patient presents with neck pain. HISTORY In the detective part of the job, the chiropractor has

When neck pain strikes, one can assume the cause is also in the neck. It’s only logical, right? In many cases, focusing on the neck for diagnosis and treatment may lead to a satisfying result. For some patients, neck pain may be related to a condition elsewhere in the body. Finding out other conditions allow the patient to find lasting

In the last decade, the increased use of smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices has resulted in more individuals taking on a slumped posture. They spend excessive amounts of time looking down to check email, browse the web, play games, or use social media. This forward head posture can place added strain on the neck and mid-back. The risk for

For the elderly adult, falls can result in severe injury and a loss of independence. One major cause of serious falls in the older population is dizziness. While there are many causes of dizziness, one that is often overlooked is dysfunction in the cervical spine. This affects proprioception, or the ability to know where parts of the body are in