Neck and Back Pain

Here's Why!

The spine is very susceptible to injury, degeneration, and pain. It supports most of your body’s weight and movement, making it especially vulnerable to harm. The neck is the most flexible and mobile section of the spine. It supports your head, allowing movement and shifting in a variety of directions. Both assist in everyday life and can easily become damaged with aging, overuse, or trauma.

Did you know?

• 50 million adults experienced chronic pain and 20 million were afflicted with high-impact chronic pain that interfered with life or work activities

• 3 in 5 adults experienced pain of any kind in a 3-month period

• The incidence of pain increased with age and was highest among adults aged 65 and over

Source: (NCHS Data Brief, No. 415, July 2021)

Causes of Pain

• Heavy use from work or sports

• Poor sleeping positions and/or posture

• Repetitive motion damage

• Past injuries and fractures

• Prior surgeries

• Damage from aging over the years

• Medical problems, such as scoliosis, spondylosis, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis

How physical therapy helps...

Through a prescribed treatment plan with the appropriate strength and endurance exercises at home for managing the pain, to help prevent future recurrences. This will provide ergonomic guidance and support to help bring about getting you back to the activities you enjoy.