Neck pain can be disabling, frustrating and at Pure Physio easily cured

The neck and how it creates neck pain:

The neck is a wonderfully complicated structure.  It is full of vital nerves and blood vessels vital for life but also many structures which can cause neck pain.  A head is a surprisingly heavy thing and your neck has to support its weigh as well as moving it around almost constantly.  This double role of allowing a lot of movement whilst still supporting weight causes a lot of physical stress on the neck.

What structures cause neck pain?

Disc:

The neck has flexible discs which squish and stretch as the neck moves.  They are actually very rarely involved in neck pain but can cause arm pain as they irritate or squash the nerve which travel through the neck.  Although rare if you suspect your disc is a problem get in touch ASAP as the earlier treatment happens the better click here to book or call 09 4481277.

Facet joint

Facet joints are fascinating structures in their own right (well they are if you’re a nerdy physio).  They have a very sensitive capsule surrounding it which can cause a lot of pain.  This also can produce chemicals which irritate the nerve which is only milimetres away. These joints can cause dizziness which is covered in more detail here

Muscles

Muscles in the neck can hurt for 2 reasons. If the head has been thrown around like a whiplash injury the muscles can be torn.  More commonly the muscles are in spasm, this often feels like the muscle is swollen and bruised.

Both of these conditions can be diagnosed and treated at Pure Physio

What happens next?

Painful necks can take 6 to 8 weeks but don’t despair we can help.  Get in touch with Pure Physio Albany on (09 4481277) or book online here.