Conditions We Treat

Neck Pain Droitwich Spa

Is your painful neck affecting various areas of your life, including your daily activities, sleep, and ability to participate in activities that bring you joy?

What is Neck Pain?

Neck pain is a prevalent issue that many people experience, whether it is caused by poor posture, overuse or overworking, or sitting at a computer.

At Midlands Physiotherapy, we have treated many patients with neck pain, which can often be a persistent problem. However, through our unique approach of using manual therapies (hands-on treatment) and exercises to prevent recurrence, we have helped individuals regain proper neck movement and become pain-free once again.

Neck Pain Treatment Droitwich Spa

Midlands Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic provides physio care for neck pain and neck ache to the local Droitwich Spa 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 prevalent issue, with approximately one in 10 people experiencing it at any given time. This is unsurprising when we consider the activities of modern life, such as extended periods of sitting in front of a computer, prolonged periods of watching television, and an increasing incidence of poor posture, especially forward head posture.

Neck problems can also result in headaches, shoulder pain, TMJ or jaw pain, pins and needles in the hands, carpal tunnel syndrome, and upper back pain.

If you often experience any of the following symptoms, please contact us for a thorough assessment:

Persistent neck pain 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

Poor posture is by far the most common cause of neck pain. To understand the impact of poor posture, we must first consider why proper spinal alignment in the neck is crucial.

In a normal alignment, your head weighs approximately 5 kgs and is meticulously balanced on top of the seven vertebrae in your neck. Your muscles work tirelessly to maintain this position and can cope with short-term variations. However, assuming uncomfortable positions for extended periods can disturb 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.

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.

Arthritis, whiplash, and sporting injuries are among the most frequent causes of neck pain.

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.