Neck pain is a condition that can start suddenly or escalate in intensity over time. If you are dealing with pain in your neck that doesn't seem to go away, contact Bafford Spine and Nutrition in Newark, OH, to schedule an appointment with our chiropractor for an assessment of your condition.
The Causes Of Neck Pain
There are several different ways that an individual can develop neck pain. It is often the result that occurs after a personal injury or auto accident. Many people experience whiplash after auto accidents as a result of the body being jolted in multiple directions quickly during impact. You may experience neck pain if you sleep on a stack of pillows, causing your spine to bend while you slumber. Neck pain also happens to people who look at their cell phones often and for long periods of time. Neck pain can happen if you sit or stand without taking frequent breaks or if you perform certain repetitive motions.
How To Avoid Neck Pain
On the job, it is important to adhere to safety procedures to keep safe. If you do not use ergonomics in the workplace, consider speaking to your superior about obtaining equipment, tools, and furnishings to protect your neck and other parts of your body from injuries. Always check that your headrest in a vehicle is positioned so it is centered behind your head to help reduce the potential of whiplash. When sleeping, stick with just one pillow to keep your spine in alignment with the rest of your body.
How Chiropractic Care Can Help
When you make an appointment with our chiropractor, you will be asked a few questions about the intensity of your pain and when it bothers you most. We will conduct a few simple tests to check on your range of motion and pain threshold. Afterward, a spinal adjustment is usually conducted to reduce the amount of stress placed on the joints in the body.
Chiropractic adjustments usually yield positive results and could reduce your neck pain substantially after the procedure is performed. Our chiropractor may recommend temperature therapy, light exercises, lifestyle changes, and electric stimulation of the neck muscles to reduce your pain. Our procedures are non-invasive and do not require medication for pain relief.
Neck Pain Treatment in Newark, OH
If you are interested in learning more about neck pain treatment with our chiropractor, or if you are ready to make an appointment, contact Bafford Spine and Nutrition. Call our office today at (740) 366-5599 for scheduling availability.
