If you are experiencing neck pain, you are not alone. It is a common problem with many potential causes, from poor posture to injury. At Sunshine Chiropractic in West Melbourne, we provide safe and effective chiropractic care to address the root cause of your neck pain. Our goal is to relieve your discomfort, restore your range of motion, and help you get back to your daily activities without pain.
Common Causes of Neck Pain Treated with Chiropractic Care
Neck pain can be caused by a variety of factors, and Dr. Durso is skilled at diagnosing and treating many of them. The cervical spine is a complex structure, and when things go wrong, it can be a real pain in the neck—literally. Here are some of the most common types of neck pain we treat:
Nerve Interference
When a vertebra is misaligned, it can put pressure on the nerves that exit the spine. This nerve interference can not only cause local pain but also lead to symptoms like tingling, numbness, or weakness in the shoulders, arms, and hands. A chiropractic spinal adjustment helps correct these misalignments, taking the pressure off the nerves.
Whiplash
This is a very common injury resulting from a sudden, forceful movement of the neck, often from a car accident. This rapid back-and-forth motion can strain the muscles, ligaments, and nerves in the neck, leading to pain, stiffness, and headaches. Chiropractic care can help restore proper alignment and function to the cervical spine following a whiplash injury.
Disc Herniation and Degenerative Disc Disease
Over time, the discs between your vertebrae can wear down or become damaged. A disc herniation occurs when the soft inner part of the disc pushes through the tougher outer layer, potentially causing pain and nerve interference. Similarly, degenerative disc disease is a natural part of aging where the discs lose height and hydration, leading to stiffness and pain. Chiropractic adjustments can help reduce pressure on these discs and improve spinal function.
Facet Joint Syndrome and Spinal Stenosis
The facet joints are small joints located between each vertebra that allow for movement. Inflammation or arthritis in these joints can cause localized neck pain. Spinal stenosis is a condition where the spinal canal narrows, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. Our chiropractic approach aims to improve the movement of these joints and alleviate the pressure on nerves.
Nerve Interference
When a vertebra is misaligned, it can put pressure on the nerves that exit the spine. This nerve interference can not only cause local pain but also lead to symptoms like tingling, numbness, or weakness in the shoulders, arms, and hands. A chiropractic spinal adjustment helps correct these misalignments, taking the pressure off the nerves.
Whiplash
This is a very common injury resulting from a sudden, forceful movement of the neck, often from a car accident. This rapid back-and-forth motion can strain the muscles, ligaments, and nerves in the neck, leading to pain, stiffness, and headaches. Chiropractic care can help restore proper alignment and function to the cervical spine following a whiplash injury.
Disc Herniation and Degenerative Disc Disease
Over time, the discs between your vertebrae can wear down or become damaged. A disc herniation occurs when the soft inner part of the disc pushes through the tougher outer layer, potentially causing pain and nerve interference. Similarly, degenerative disc disease is a natural part of aging where the discs lose height and hydration, leading to stiffness and pain. Chiropractic adjustments can help reduce pressure on these discs and improve spinal function.
Facet Joint Syndrome and Spinal Stenosis
The facet joints are small joints located between each vertebra that allow for movement. Inflammation or arthritis in these joints can cause localized neck pain. Spinal stenosis is a condition where the spinal canal narrows, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. Our chiropractic approach aims to improve the movement of these joints and alleviate the pressure on nerves.
How Chiropractic Care Can Help With Neck Pain
At Sunshine Chiropractic, we use gentle, precise spinal adjustments to correct misalignments in the neck. Our goal is to restore normal function to the cervical spine, which can relieve pain, reduce muscle tension, and increase your range of motion.
Your treatment plan may also include other therapies, exercises, and lifestyle recommendations to support your recovery and prevent future issues. We believe in a holistic approach to health, focusing not just on treating the symptoms but on improving your overall spinal health.
Your treatment plan may also include other therapies, exercises, and lifestyle recommendations to support your recovery and prevent future issues. We believe in a holistic approach to health, focusing not just on treating the symptoms but on improving your overall spinal health.
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Don't let neck pain control your life. Schedule a consultation with us today to find out if chiropractic care is right for you. Our dedicated team at Sunshine Chiropractic in West Melbourne is here to help you live pain-free.
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