How A Winnipeg Chiropractor Alleviates Neck Pain Naturally

By Hellen Moare


Pain in the neck? A lot of people think that a Winnipeg chiropractor can only help with pain lower down in the spine. The neck, however, experiences a lot of strain from carrying your heavy head around, and from sitting in one position.

Neck pain can be the result of a number of different things. For instance, whiplash, associated with auto accidents, is caused by an abrupt and forceful jolt to the head. The movement can be side to side or back to front and injures the muscles and damages the cervical spine. Whiplash can also occur when playing contact sports. In addition, degenerative disc disease can also damage the neck causing pain.

Often, improper posture and poor sleep positions cause pain in the neck area. The chiropractic care provider is able to offer suggestions to improve posture that will reduce the pain in the neck. There are a number of techniques that are designed to alleviate pains in the neck. Suggestions for improving posture is also provided in addition to exercises that help strengthen the muscles in the neck and improve movement.

When vertebrae are forced out of position, spinal adjustments can move them back in to proper alignment. Spinal adjustments are gentle and some folks will not even notice them.

Evidence shows that chiropractic care is safe and effective for chronic neck pain and whiplash. If you are popping pills for neck pain or, worse, having to consider surgery - it is worth trying a chiropractics before going under the knife. They may be able to solve the problem with gentle, non-invasive techniques and reduce or eliminate dependency on medication.

Folks suffering with acute or chronic pain in the neck may want to consider consulting with a chiropractic care practitioner. After a thorough evaluation and exam the care provider will be able to design an individualized therapy plan. The therapy will relieve the pain and restore mobility.




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