Targeted movements help with neck pain

Around ten percent of all adults know it, neck pain. The causes are usually poor posture, too little exercise or StressTargeted therapies help in the long term.

At the beginning of such a therapy, even for neck pain, the appropriate DiagnosisIf the wrong measures are taken, in the worst case the pain can get worse instead of better. Neck pain usually becomes noticeable after long periods of sitting in a hunched position, stress-related tension and too little exercise. The result is dull, stabbing pain and limited mobility that extends from the neck area to the head, back or arms. These muscle strains and tensions usually result from overtiredness or overexertion of the muscle strands, constant nighttime teeth grinding or, especially in older patients or in cases of massive overexertion, from joint wear in the upper spine or degeneration of the intervertebral discs.

The diagnosis of trigger of neck pain is crucial

A painful matter that, if not treated, has a massive impact on the quality of life. In addition, although rather rare, neck pain can have a serious cause such as the announcement of a stroke, possible heart problems, or the effects of an accidental injury or infection. In order to exclude these life-threatening risks or to avoid long-term damage, it is important to clarify the cause of the pain. As part of our office hours we will be happy to help you. We will work with you to find specific means to get rid of neck pain step by step using a variety of measures. This can sometimes take weeks, but with continuous use it is so successful that it never recurs.

Countering neck pain with posture

An important point in the treatment of neck pain is exercise. However, this must be done correctly and in a healthy amount. Our upper neck area is a complicated structure. Its job is to hold the head, which weighs around five kilograms, upright and to rotate, lower and raise it flexibly in all directions. Muscles, tendons and joints play a crucial role in this. These must be trained so that the interaction of elasticity and muscle strength is perfectly coordinated. Continuous movement of the entire upper spine area is the best way to do this. Neck pain can be prevented with simple exercises that should be performed daily. If the neck area is very tense, a targeted massage can help to loosen and relieve neck pain. Applying an ice pack or taking non-prescription medication such as paracetamol is also helpful for acute neck pain. It is always important to avoid sitting in a tense position for long periods of time; instead, relax your posture every now and then, sit up straight and consciously take time to relax. If you have severe neck pain over a longer period of time, physiotherapy is recommended. This is the first step to get your neck back to a healthy starting position. In addition, the affected area is strengthened with strengthening exercises and practical exercises to be done at home are taught. In extreme cases, unfortunately, only drug therapy with prescription drugs such as painkillers and muscle relaxants helps. This should be done over a short period of time and only under medical supervision. Acupuncture and injections with anti-inflammatory substances must also be well-coordinated with your Doctor We will be happy to advise you on this during our consultation hours.