Neck and Shoulder pain
We discuss below the different causes and how to treat Neck and Shoulder Pain, provide ways to treat neck and shoulder pain.
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Myofascial pain syndrome results in the formation of painful knots throughout the body. These knots lead to localized pain and muscle weakness or stiffness. Patients tend to manage the symptoms with pain relief and physical rehabilitation.
Back to Health Wellness Guildford use massage therapy to treat the symptoms of myofascial pain syndrome. After a thorough examination and case history, their massage therapies are tailored to target damaged connective tissue and tight muscle fibers, offering relief from within.
Changes to the Cervical Disc Vertebrae
The cervical spine, located in the neck, consists of the first seven vertebrae in the vertebral column. With aging, wear and tear on our bodies may lead to disc problems.
Many people will experience this condition at some point. This condition can lead to neck pain that spreads to the shoulders, head, and arms. Fortunately, exercise, posture improvement, and massage can effectively ease these symptoms.
Spine traction for the neck (image below), is an proven and effective way to alleviate neck and shoulder pain by relieving pressure off the cervical discs, and improving head and neck posture.
What Causes Shoulder Pain?
The shoulder is a ball and socket joint with a large range of movement. Such a mobile joint tends to be more susceptible to injury.
Strains from overexertion
Tendonitis from overuse
Shoulder joint instability
Dislocation
Collar or upper arm bone fractures
Frozen shoulder
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Bad Posture
Modern life plays a significant role in the aches and pains we experience.
Sitting with a forward-slumped head and shoulders can misalign the spine and create tension, leading to pain in the head, jaw, neck, and upper back. Make an effort to hold your head and neck upright, and keep the shoulders from turning in towards the body.
Muscle Strain
It’s worth noting that your neck is home to a surprising total of twenty-six muscles, which are essential for enabling you to move, maintain balance, and swallow.
For instance, when sleeping without proper support or straining to view a poorly positioned computer screen, or using an incorrectly adjusted car headrest, it can also contribute to these strains.
Stress and Anxiety
For most people, one of the most common ways stress and anxiety manifest in the body is through physical tension. Consider meditation, massage therapy, and gentle exercise to relieve anxiety and stress and, hopefully, improve your physical symptoms, too.