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?

Numerous individuals experience neck pain, whether it is caused by problems related to poor posture, overuse, or working too much, or sitting at the computer.

At Midlands Physiotherapy, we have assisted numerous patients with neck pain, which can sometimes be a long-term issue. However, our distinctive approach, which includes both manual therapies (hands-on treatment) and exercises to prevent recurrence, has enabled individuals to restore proper neck movement and become pain-free 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 very common problem, with around one in 10 people suffering from it at any given moment. This is not surprising when we consider the habits of modern life, such as sitting for long periods in front of a computer, extended periods of watching television, 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 ache first thing in the morning
Stiffness in the neck when reversing in the car
Clicking sound in the neck when turning
Constant neck muscle aches
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.

In a normal alignment, your head weighs about 5 kgs and is carefully balanced on top of the seven vertebrae in your neck. Your muscles work diligently to maintain this position and can tolerate brief variations. However, assuming uncomfortable positions for extended periods can disrupt the delicate balance, causing your neck’s nerves, muscles, joints, ligaments, and discs to become strained and irritated. For every 2-3 cm that your head is forward, the tension in your neck and shoulder muscles doubles.

The build-up of strain and pressure on the neck over time can result in chronic pain, and even small adjustments in posture can have a significant impact. When combined with the demands and pressures of modern life, it’s not surprising that neck pain is such a common problem.

Other common causes of neck pain include whiplash, arthritis and sporting injuries.

Treatment for Neck Pain

At Midlands Physiotherapy, we offer effective treatments for neck pain using a comprehensive approach. Our experienced Physiotherapists conduct a detailed examination of your history, neurological, orthopaedic, and spinal conditions, and recommend a personalised treatment plan. The plan may include postural advice, spinal manipulation to restore joint movement, massages to ease muscle tension, neck exercises to improve movement, strengthening exercises, heat/ice therapy to manage pain, and a contoured pillow for proper support while sleeping.