Neck Pain & Headaches

Neck pain and headaches can be debilitating, impacting daily life and productivity. Whether you're experiencing tension headaches, cervical radiculopathy, or general neck stiffness, our goal is to provide effective relief and empower you with strategies to prevent future episodes.

Neck pain and headaches can make everyday tasks difficult and affect your well-being. Whether it's from bad posture, muscle strain, injury, or conditions like herniated discs or arthritis, it can cause stiffness and limit how much you can move your neck. Our physical therapists specialize in treating neck pain with personalized care plans. We use hands-on therapy, exercises, and tips on how to sit and stand better to reduce pain, improve movement, and help you feel better. If neck pain is bothering you, contact us today to schedule a visit and start feeling better soon!

Common causes of Neck Pain:

Muscle Strain: Often due to poor posture, prolonged sitting, or sudden movements.
Cervical Disc Herniation: When the discs between the vertebrae in the neck bulge or rupture, pressing on nerves.
Degenerative Disc Disease: Wear and tear on the discs over time, leading to pain and stiffness.
Cervical Spondylosis: Age-related changes in the neck joints, including bone spurs and cartilage breakdown.
Whiplash: A sudden jerking motion of the head, commonly from car accidents.
Cervical Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing of the spinal canal in the neck, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerves.
Postural Issues: Poor posture, especially when using computers or smartphones for extended periods.
Trauma or Injury: Sports injuries, falls, or direct trauma to the neck area.

Headaches can disrupt daily life for many people. Whether they're caused by stress (tension headaches), intense pain and sensitivity (migraines), or neck issues (cervicogenic headaches), they can greatly affect your quality of life. We are here to help. We offer personalized treatment plans to target the root causes of your headaches and provide relief. Schedule a consultation with us today to start managing and reducing your headache pain effectively!

Common types of headaches:

Tension Headaches: The most common type, affecting up to 80% of people regularly. They cause a constant ache or pressure in areas like the temples, back of the head, or neck. Causes include lack of sleep, history of neck issues, poor posture, overexertion, stress, and anxiety.
Migraines: Over 30 million Americans, mostly women, suffer from migraines. These headaches can be triggered by stress, hormonal changes, weather conditions, or certain foods. Migraines are characterized by symptoms such as pain on one side of the head (which can switch sides), throbbing pain, sensitivity to light and sound, and often nausea and vomiting.
Cluster Headaches: More common in men, these headaches occur in cycles and cause severe, sudden pain on one side of the head. They may also cause a watery eye, nasal congestion, or runny nose on the affected side.