Many people suffer from chronic neck pain. Some suffer
from chronic lower back pain...and some, unfortunately, suffer from
both! And...unfortunately, untreated neck pain can potentially cause far
more damage than untreated back pain.Neck pain can be experienced in two ways – as actual pain, like that caused by a disc problem, or as "pins and needles," numbness or weakness, making walking difficult, creating balance issues or neck stiffness. It may originate as a result of a whiplash injury due to an automobile accident, the aging process, stresses of everyday living, job-related repetitive movements, spinal tumor, compression of vertebrae, discs or nerves, or obesity.
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@Kushal
ReplyDeleteSorry to say there is no simple answer. The best, I assume you're referring to exercise equipment, depends on the cause and intensity of your neck pain. For severe pain on movement I will usually start patients out with simple isometric activities against simple hand resistance and work their way up to isotonic activities as tissues heal. No special equipment needed. Same with a stretching routine, I instruct stretching with gravity assistance. As for a support, for severe pain with muscle activity, if I recommend anything, I generally suggest a simple soft collar(like you could find at many pharmacies)to be worn only when the individual will be doing considerable activities, walking, shopping, driving, etc. If at home and leisurely activities, it is best not to become dependent on support, due to the muscle weakness they can lead to with long term use.
Most cases of neck pain are due to biomechanical (mechanics of the body) problems. If things aren't moving correctly it doesn't make a lot of sense to add more stress to a malfunctioning joint with exercise equipment. I seldom recommend weighted exercises until after the individual's biomechanics have been addressed with chiropractic care for a few visits.