Manual Therapy For Neck Pain
by Ray Gerald Phelan
Pain found in any region of the body is uncomfortable and may require treatment from a professional. For people experiencing neck pain, care by a chiropractor may be the treatment of choice. In the September 2011 issue of Consumer Reports, when reviewing all healthcare providers for this type of pain, chiropractic care was rated the highest in patient satisfaction. In the United States, doctors of chiropractic are the professionals to turn to for manipulation of vertebrae in the neck and cervical spine. Read further to learn more about what chiropractic can do to provide much-needed relief.
A 2003 issue of British Medical Journal discussed a study in which 183 patients suffering from pain in their necks were randomly chosen for different types of treatment. During the 52-week period covered by the study, patients received physiotherapy consisting mainly of exercise, manual therapy involving spinal manipulation, or general care that involved drug treatments, counseling, and education. The patients who received manual therapy experienced the fastest recoveries. An added benefit was the reduced cost of manual therapy, which was approximately one-third the cost of the other two types of treatment.
Before chiropractors can treat people experiencing discomfort in the neck area, they determine the origin of the pain and identify all associated factors. Once these have been noted, an appropriate treatment plan is determined for pain elimination. Chiropractic care for this type of pain includes a variety of natural, non-invasive therapies and safe. The most essential and effective treatment is the chiropractic spinal adjustment, which corrects the major problem experienced by most patients with discomfort in their necks.
Most people having discomfort from this type of condition have either experienced a recent trauma that damaged tissue and altered the structural integrity of the neck or have been exposed to sustained, harmful stresses on the spine and neck due to improper posture and other bad habits. As a result, cervical spinal components are almost always in misalignment structurally and not functioning optimally from a biomechanical aspect. Realigning spinal vertebrae and restoring normal range of motion to the spinal joints are the only long-term ways to effectively correct the problem.
Spinal adjustments accomplish these goals and also create reflexive relief of pain and reduce muscle spasm. The treatment stimulates many mechanical proprioceptors present in the vertebral joints. This sends signals to the brain that reduces pain signals, causing muscles to relax in response. Spinal adjustments also introduce movement that helps to eliminate inflammation. Noxious chemicals associated with inflammation are known to stimulate pain fibers.
Chiropractors also teach patients to exhibit proper posture to maintain neck and back health. Proper lifting and telephone techniques are also explained. Patients are even provided with alternatives to repetitive motions. Each of these recommended habits and techniques is designed to prevent the back and neck from injury and discomfort.
Eliminating the neck discomfort experienced by some people may involve other manual therapies including acupressure, trigger point therapy, and massage. These help to increase the mobility of the cervical spine and give relaxation to the muscles. Chiropractic care may also involve electrical muscle stimulation and other forms of physiotherapy, corrective exercises, and a nutrient-rich diet designed for optimal cervical spine health.
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Title: Manual Therapy For Neck Pain
Author: Ray Gerald Phelan
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Keywords: neck pain,chiropractic,chiropractor,chiropractic care,health,alternative health,healthy living,fitness,pain management
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Category: Alternative Medicine
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