Guest Physio Blog: Neck Pain and The Bigger Picture
Reshared with permission from On The Move Physio
Seeing a physiotherapist can reassure you with a diagnosis, advise and educate you about some simple exercises to perform. They will also give you some strategies to prevent the neck pain from coming back.
How can I help neck pain myself?
Exercise can help your neck pain and there are also ways to help prevent it coming back. The right sort of exercise, as advised by a physiotherapist, may make a big difference. Lifestyle changes, such as being more active may also help.
Consider the 'bigger picture' and lifestyle factors. Ask yourself the following questions:
▶Have you been sleeping less?
▶Have you been more stressed?
▶Have you not had the opportunity to exercise as much as usual?
▶Have you been working in sustained positions for longer periods of time?
All of these are possible triggers for neck pain.
Top tips to prevent neck pain:
▶Try to take regular breaks from work that involves sustained positions.
▶Consider taking a brisk 30 minute walk in your lunch break to move your joints.
▶Practice relaxation if you are prone to stress, to reduce tension across your shoulders and neck.
About On The Move Physiotherapy
On the Move Physio is a mobile physiotherapy company that brings high quality, evidence based physiotherapy to clients in the comfort of their home. We currently provide in person care in the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark County area and virtual care by secure video across Ontario. On the Move Physio places special focus on identifying root causes using a whole-person approach to treatment. We treat a variety of conditions including pre and post-surgical rehabilitation, back and neck pain, orthopaedic and sports injuries, senior/geriatric rehabilitation, pelvic health rehabilitation and neurological conditions.
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