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Neck Pain Treatment Kangaroo Ground

For quality osteopathic care, Symmetree Osteopathy serves the residents of Kangaroo Ground.

Neck pain, stiffness, or discomfort affecting you? Our Osteopathic treatment could be the solution you’ve been waiting for.

Around 10% of people experience neck pain at any given time, often caused by modern habits like prolonged computer use, TV watching, and poor posture, particularly forward head posture.

Neck conditions can also trigger headaches, shoulder pain, jaw pain, pins and needles in the hands, carpal tunnel syndrome, and upper back discomfort.

If you frequently experience any of the following, we recommend scheduling a thorough assessment with one of our osteopaths. :

  • persistent neck ache first thing in the morning
  • neck stiffness when reversing the car
  • clicking neck noises when turning
  • constantly aching neck muscles
  • tingling in your hands or fingers

Causes

The primary cause of neck pain is poor posture. To truly grasp its effects, it’s important to first understand the role of spinal alignment in the neck.

The average head weighs 5 kg and is supported by the seven vertebrae in your neck. While your muscles help keep this balance, issues arise when we maintain poor posture for too long.

As the balance is affected, the muscles, joints, nerves, ligaments, and discs in your neck suffer from strain and irritation. In fact, for every 2-3 cm your head moves forward, tension in your neck and shoulders doubles!

As time passes, neck strain and pressure build up, leading to pain, where even slight changes in posture can have significant consequences. Combined with the pressures of modern life, it’s no wonder neck pain is so prevalent.

Other common causes of neck pain include whiplash, arthritis and sporting injuries.

Neck pain treatment Diamond Creek
Neck pain osteo Diamond Creek

Treatment

Fortunately, osteopathy provides an effective solution for neck pain. After a thorough history and examination, your Osteopath will develop a treatment plan to relieve pressure, restore movement, and prevent future issues.

Typically, your Osteopath will recommend the following:

  • postural advice and how to avoid further strain
  • a series of spinal mobilisations to restore proper movement to the neck vertebrae
  • neck exercises to encourage improved movement
  • neck strengthening exercises
  • heat/ice therapy to help manage your neck pain
  • recommend a contoured pillow to provide correct support while sleeping.

Symmetree Osteopathy offers quality care to local residents in Diamond Creek & surrounding areas including Kangaroo Ground.

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We’re confident we can help you achieve better health. Click here to book your appointment online or call us at (03) 8418 0886!