Williamson Chiropractic Relief for Neck Pain: Exercise & Cox® Treatment

Neck pain is a common condition among office workers and individuals who spend long hours in front of computers. In today’s world, who doesn’t spend long hours in front of a computer? Whether you're dealing with chronic discomfort or occasional stiffness, finding effective ways to alleviate neck pain is paramount. New studies have demonstrated that specific exercises, particularly fixed resistance training and progressive resistance training, can considerably improve neck pain conditions. Exercise alongside chiropractic Cox® Technic treatment of the cervical spine can be very relieving! This blog post will look at the effectiveness of these exercises and give evidence-based insights to help you manage Williamson neck pain more effectively.

UNDERSTANDING NECK PAIN

Neck pain can be caused by a host of factors, including poor posture, prolonged computer use, and muscle strain. Office workers are particularly vulnerable to neck pain owing to the repetitive type of tasks and the sedentary lifestyle associated with desk jobs. A new study reported that just one hour of computer usage by office workers with symptomatic neck pain triggered signs of neuromuscular deficit of the ulnar nerve, semispinalis muscle and anterior scalene muscle, which may indicate more risk of neuromuscular impairment of the upper extremities. (1) Your Williamson chiropractor often recommends exercise as a non-invasive treatment alternative to alleviate pain and improve neck function.

THE ROLE OF EXERCISE IN MANAGING NECK PAIN

Combining chiropractic Cox® treatment with exercise is a usual method for managing and reducing neck pain. It helps strengthen the neck muscles, improve posture, and increase flexibility and strength. A systematic review assessed the effects of neck exercise to passive or no intervention in adults with chronic neck pain and found that neck exercises notably improved sensory testing measurements and reduced pain levels. (2) Another study described that chronic neck pain affects grip strength and psychomotor skills and highlighted the importance of including exercises to improve overall functionality and reduce neck pain symptoms. (3) Two types of exercises that have shown significant benefits for neck pain patients follow:

Fixed Resistance Training – Helpful for building strength and stability, fixed resistance training concerns using a constant resistance throughout the exercise motion.

• Isometric Neck Exercises: These exercises include maintaining a position for a specified period to engage the neck muscles.
• Neck Extension and Flexion: This entails moving the head up and down in opposition to resistance to strengthen the neck's front and back muscles.
• Chin Tucks: Sit up straight, tuck your chin in the direction of your chest without moving your shoulders, and hold for 5 seconds. Repeat 10 times.

Progressive Resistance Training – Helpful in building muscle strength and endurance over time, progressive resistance training entails gradually increasing the resistance or weight used during exercises.

• Theraband Exercises: Using resistance bands to perform neck movements such as lateral flexion and rotation.
• Shoulder Shrugs with Weights: Hold dumbbells in each hand and shrug your shoulders towards your ears. Hold for a few seconds and then lower. Gradually increase the weight as tolerated.

Exercise is a potent tool for managing neck pain. By incorporating it with gentle, effective chiropractic Cox® Technic treatment, you can significantly reduce neck pain, boost posture, and increase overall neck function.

CONTACT Apple Country Chiropractic

Listen to this PODCAST with Dr.  James Kirk on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he shares the effectiveness of the gentle protocols of The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management in managing neck pain.

For more personalized advice and guidance, book a consultation with your Williamson chiropractor today at Apple Country Chiropractic. Learn more about how you can take control of your neck pain and live a more pain-free life.