Living with Neck Pain? Physical Therapy Can Help

Finding Relief Doesn’t Have to be a Pain in the Neck!

Your neck is an essential part of everyday movement, and severe pain can prevent you from functioning normally. Neck pain can be debilitating and extremely uncomfortable, especially if it extends from your neck to your shoulders. It can even be a cause of headaches and pain into your arms.

According to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), one-third of the population will deal from neck pain in any given year. If left untreated, it can worsen, and in severe cases, surgery may even be required.

However, there is some good news on the horizon—every year, many people find relief from their neck pain with the help of physical therapy!

Our Tulsa, OK physical therapy clinic is committed to providing you with the assistance you require.

Schedule your appointment today to get started on the road to recovery!

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Common symptoms of neck pain

Neck pain typically runs from the base of a person’s skull to the top of their shoulder blades, finally settling in the back of the neck.

The pain can vary in severity, from a constant dull ache to sharp and stabbing pains. Neck pain can sometimes include additional symptoms, including but not limited to:

Stiffness and muscle tightness in the upper body
Arm weakness
Loss of sleep due to pain and discomfort
Inability to fully stand up or sit up straight
Numbness or tingling into the upper extremities
Headaches
Discomfort and pain when remaining in the same position for too long

The best way to be 100% sure of why you’re experiencing neck pain is to see a therapist for an appointment. Our thorough assessment can help you understand why you are having these issues and how we will treat them.

How can physical therapy help relieve my neck pain?

Physical therapy is one of the most effective methods for treating neck pain. Our physical therapists at Oklahoma Hand and Physical Therapy will conduct a thorough physical evaluation to assess your neck’s range of motion, as well as any limitations you may have as a result of your pain.

Following that, you will discuss your personalized treatment plan. The main goal is to get rid of the pain in your neck as quickly as possible. Your therapist will also collaborate with your primary care physician if necessary!

You may be wondering what treatments are most likely to be included in your treatment plan. Our Tulsa, OK physical therapists will give you specific exercises to strengthen, build, and improve the muscles and tissues in your neck. Many therapists use manual or hands-on therapy, which consists of specific techniques designed to reduce stiffness and improve the range of motion in your neck.

We will also concentrate on improving your posture to aid in the recovery of your neck muscles and to prevent re-injury in the future. Additional treatment options may include ice and heat therapy, ultrasound, or electrical stimulation, as determined by your physical therapist.

Are you unsure if physical therapy is right for you? Would you prefer to talk with a PT before making a decision? All you have to do is click the link below to fill out a simple form.

*Note: there is no treatment given at one of our taster sessions. It’s for you to ask us more questions and for us to confirm whether or not we think we can help you.

What could be causing your neck pain?

Injuries to tissues and bone are the most common reason for neck pain, however, certain degenerative conditions can also lead to neck pain.

Some common conditions that give you pain in your neck include:

Illnesses

Certain diseases and ailments can result in neck pain, such as rheumatoid cancer, arthritis, and meningitis.

Muscle strains

Even something as simple as sitting at your desk all day with your neck craned toward the computer screen can cause your neck muscles to become strained by overuse.

Compressed nerves

If you have a herniated disc in your neck, or a narrowing of the foramen (space where the nerves exit the spine), the nerves that branch out from your spinal cord can become compressed. In some cases, nerve pain can even extend from the neck down to the hands and fingers — a condition known as “radiculopathy.”

Injuries

Whiplash is one of the most common injuries that result in neck pain, typically sustained by an automobile or high-impact sports collision. This is known as a “strain” injury, causing the head to whip rapidly back and forth, thus affecting the soft tissues in the back of the neck.

Degenerative joint conditions

Conditions such as osteoarthritis can also reduce the cartilage between the vertebrae in the neck, also resulting in neck pain. Much like any other joint in your body, the neck joints can erode with age, causing pain.

Find relief with Oklahoma Hand and Physical Therapy today

Call us today at (918) 645-3143 to speak with one of our licensed Tulsa, OK physical therapists, or click below to request your first appointment!

We will assist you in getting started on the path to long-term pain relief.

If you’re not quite ready to book an appointment yet and have some questions you would like answered first, click the link below to complete a form to get the conversation started.

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