Neck pain
The neck
Your neck is an essential part of your body, not only providing support for your head, but also enabling crucial movements. It allows you to turn, bend and straighten your head. Despite its flexibility and strength, the neck can be prone to pain and injury, which can affect your daily life.
What causes neck pain?
Neck pain can be caused by a variety of factors. Sometimes they result from an acute injury, but they can also result from chronic overuse or other conditions. Some common causes are:
- Inactivity: Too little exercise or sports can reduce the load capacity of the neck muscles. This increases the likelihood of neck pain.
- Posture: Prolonged sitting or standing in the same position, such as at a computer, can lead to muscle tension and pain in the neck.
- Muscle strain: Overexertion or sudden movements can cause the neck muscles to strain.
- Wear and tear (osteoarthritis): decrease in cartilage in the joints of the neck can lead to pain and stiffness.
What do you notice about neck pain?
Neck pain can range from a mild nagging pain to severe symptoms that affect your movements and daily activities.
Possible symptoms include:
- Pain or stiffness when turning or bending the head
- Headaches arising from the neck muscles
- Feeling of tension or knots in the neck muscles
- Pain radiating to the shoulders or arms
How can we help?
At VMfysio, we are here to support you with neck pain. We offer a personalized treatment plan aimed at relieving pain, improving mobility and strengthening the muscles around the neck. This may include exercise therapy, manual therapy and advice on posture and ergonomics. Contact us for an intake and find out how we can help you recover your neck!