Conditions We Treat

Neck Pain Birmingham

Does your painful neck affect your daily life, your sleep and the activities you love to do?

What is Neck Pain?

Many people experience neck pain, whether the pain is caused by issues relating to poor posture, or overuse or working too hard, sitting at the computer.

At Midlands Physiotherapy, we have treated a large number of patients with neck pain, which can be a long-lasting issue. However, our distinctive approach, which involves manual therapies (hands-on treatment) and exercises to prevent recurrence, has enabled individuals to restore proper neck movement and become pain-free once again.

Neck Pain Treatment Birmingham

Midlands Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic provides physio care for neck pain and neck ache to the local Birmingham community.

About Neck Pain

If you are one of the many people dealing with neck pain, our proven Physiotherapy approach may be the solution you have been seeking.

Neck pain is a common problem, with approximately one in 10 people experiencing it at any given moment. This is not unexpected, considering the modern lifestyle activities, such as sitting for extended periods in front of a computer, watching television for prolonged periods, and an increasing prevalence of poor posture, particularly forward head posture.

Problems within the neck can also cause headache, shoulder pain, TMJ or jaw pain, pins and needles in the hands, carpal tunnel syndrome and upper back pain.

If you regularly experience any of the following symptoms, we encourage you to contact us for a comprehensive assessment:

Persistent neck pain in the morning
Stiffness in the neck when reversing in the car
Clicking neck noise when turning
Constant aching of the neck muscles
Tingling sensation in the hands or fingers

Causes of Neck Pain

The most prevalent cause of neck pain is poor posture. To understand how poor posture affects the neck, we must first recognise the importance of proper spinal alignment.

When your head is in normal alignment, it weighs roughly 5 kgs and is precisely balanced on top of the seven vertebrae in your neck. Your muscles work hard to maintain this position and can endure short periods of variation. However, when we hold awkward positions for extended periods, the fine balance is disrupted, leading to strain and irritation of the nerves, muscles, joints, ligaments, and discs in your neck. Every 2-3 cm that your head is forward, the tension in your neck and shoulder muscles doubles.

As time goes by, the strain and pressure on the neck build up, resulting in chronic pain, and even the slightest alterations in posture can have significant repercussions. When combined with the stress and demands of modern-day living, it’s no surprise that neck pain is so prevalent.

Neck pain is frequently caused by whiplash, arthritis, and injuries sustained while participating in sports.

Treatment for Neck Pain

If you’re experiencing neck pain, our Physiotherapy treatments offer a practical solution. After a thorough examination, including history, orthopaedic, neurological, and spinal tests, our skilled Physiotherapists will design a personalised treatment plan to reduce pressure, restore movement, and prevent further pain. The approach may include postural advice, spinal manipulation for joint mobility, massages to relieve muscle tension, neck exercises to promote movement, strengthening exercises, heat/ice therapy for pain relief, and a contoured pillow for optimal sleeping support.