Whether you work a desk job, spend a lot of time on the computer, or find yourself endlessly scrolling on your phone, you may experience neck pain due to prolonged forward head positioning. Neck pain and stiffness can be caused by several factors, but sometimes it is simply due to tightness of the muscles surrounding
Have you experienced neck stiffness that prevents you from driving? Are you scared that certain movements will send shooting pain down your shoulder/arm? You may be experiencing cervical radiculopathy. Cervical Radiculopathy This condition is the clinical description of when a cervical nerve root becomes inflamed, damaged, or pinched. Symptoms of Cervical Radiculopathy Neck pain/stiffness Numbness/
Do you experience pain that starts at your neck and travels down to your shoulder, arm, and even your hands? Have you noticed that your arm feels weak or that your fingers feel numb and tingly? You may have a condition known as cervical radiculopathy, which is more commonly referred to as a pinched nerve.
Cervical radiculopathy is often referred to as a pinched nerve in the neck. It is characterized by radiating pain from the neck to the shoulder, shoulder blade, arm, or hand. The condition affects an average of 85 out of 100,000 people—most often individuals in their 50s. Athletes, heavy laborers, and workers who use vibrating machinery
Headaches are one of the most frequent pains that we all share in common. It is well known that trigger points on the upper trapezius may refer pain into the temple area resulting in headaches. About the Trapezius The trapezius is one of the largest upper back and shoulder muscles. It is a triangular muscle
If you are experiencing neck stiffness or soreness, you are not alone. Neck pain is one of the most common ailments among Americans. A strong neck can help prevent impairments in other parts of your body too. In order to prevent chronic neck pain, here are simple stretches and exercises that anyone can perform. 4
Overview Neck stiffness can be painful and interfere with your everyday activities. In the United States alone, 25.8% of people reported neck pain. It remains one of the top 5 most common disorders. Studies show that neck pain impacts your physical, social, and mental well being. Common Causes of Neck Pain/Stiffness Cervical dysfunction Muscle tendon
Pain can be extremely limiting, as it can hold you back from many of the physical activities you’d like to do. However, there are luckily some quick and effective ways to relieve your pain and increase your energy, so you can get back to doing the physical activities you love. By incorporating physical therapy into
