Thursday 8 September 2011

Neck Pain - A Common Complain

Neck ache is a frequent problem that chiropractors treat on a daily basis. Chiropractic treatment is a very effective non-surgical approach which addresses the mechanical (spinal alignment) and nerve (nerve function) leads to of neck pain.

Chiropractors use spine adjustments to fix the reason for pain in your neck. When a vertebrae joint is out of alignment It can result in a cascade of signs and symptoms. Misalignments create irregular movements which could cause muscle muscle spasms, neurological root irritation, joint inflammation and discomfort. Neck problems can lead to other signs and symptoms as well including severe headaches and arm symptoms such as pain, numbness and tingling.

Orange County Chiropractors are skilled in analysis and treatment of many neuromusculoskeletal disorders. A comprehensive background and assessment would be provided to evaluate the specific result in of your pain and may also include spinal imaging.

Your chiropractic exam includes a postural evaluation, range of motion testing, palpation to test for tenderness, spasm and restricted motion. Various orthopedic and neurological tests would be performed. When evaluating for neck pain as well as any other condition Orange County chiropractors have been trained to look at the whole body for sources contributing to your neck condition.

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