Plainville Chiropractic Relief for Neck Pain: Exercise & Cox® Treatment
Neck pain is a common issue 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 experiencing chronic discomfort or occasional stiffness, finding effective ways to ease neck pain is paramount. New studies have demonstrated that specific exercises, especially fixed resistance training and progressive resistance training, can significantly improve neck pain conditions. Exercise in combination with chiropractic Cox® Technic treatment of the cervical spine can be quite alleviating! This blog post will look at the effectiveness of these exercises and give evidence-based insights to help you manage Plainville neck pain more effectively.
UNDERSTANDING NECK PAIN
Neck pain can be caused by various factors, including poor posture, prolonged computer use, and muscle strain. Office workers are particularly susceptible to neck pain owing to the repetitive nature of their tasks and the sedentary lifestyle associated with desk jobs. A new study reported that just one hour of computer use by office workers with symptomatic neck pain triggered signs of neuromuscular deficit of the ulnar nerve, semispinalis muscle and anterior scalene muscle, which may signify a higher risk of neuromuscular impairment of the upper extremities. (1) Your Plainville chiropractor often recommends exercise as a non-invasive treatment alternative to ease pain and increase neck function.
THE ROLE OF EXERCISE IN MANAGING NECK PAIN
Combining chiropractic Cox® treatment with exercise is an effective method to manage and lessen neck pain. It helps strengthen the neck muscles, improve posture, and increase flexibility and strength. A systematic review compared 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 demonstrated significant benefits for neck pain patients follow:
Fixed Resistance Training – Useful for building strength and stability, fixed resistance training concerns using a constant resistance throughout the exercise movement.
- 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 against resistance to strengthen the neck's front and back muscles.
- Chin Tucks: Sit up straight, tuck your chin towards 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 involves slowly adding to the resistance or weight used during exercises.
- Theraband Exercises: Using resistance bands to do neck movements such as lateral flexion and rotation.
- Shoulder Shrugs with Weights: With dumbells in each hand, shrug your shoulders up to your ears. Hold for a few seconds and then lower. Gradually add more weight as tolerated.
Exercise is a powerful tool for managing neck pain. By incorporating it with gentle, effective chiropractic Cox® Technic treatment, you can significantly reduce neck pain, boost posture, and enhance overall neck function.
CONTACT Layden Chiropractic
Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. James Kirk on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he details the effective 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 Plainville chiropractor today at Layden Chiropractic. Learn more about how you can take control of your neck pain and live a more pain-free life.
