Almost every single one of us has experienced neck pain at least once in our lives, and while this is a common occurrence that is easily treatable for some, many patients have neck pain as a persistent issue in their lives. If you suffer from chronic neck pain, this article will provide you with the do’s and don’ts in dealing with your problem. These should help you find an effective and natural solution to your neck pain.
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It may sound irrelevant, but staying hydrated is very important to all parts of our body, including the discs that separate our vertebrae. This is because these spongy discs are mostly made up of water, and drinking lots of water can help in strengthening these parts and reducing the chances of experiencing neck pain.
Our excessive use of technology, such as computers, has become a highly contributing factor to neck problems in today’s time. During office hours, you sit slouched in front of your computer all day long, and this contributes to the development of chronic neck pain. To help ease the neck pain, make sure you have the right equipment that will help you work more comfortably such as chairs with ample neck and back support, and keep your monitors at eye level to keep yourself from slouching. If you need to answer the phone, either put it on speaker phone or use a bluetooth headset, instead of holding it between your ear and shoulder.
The pillow that you need at night will vary according to your preferred sleeping position. If you sleep on your back, you need a softer, flatter pillow. If your head is propped up too much, this can place it in a forward position all night, causing neck strain.When sleeping on your side, you need a slightly firmer pillow that is the right size for your shoulder. Your head and spine should create a line that is level with the bed. Balance is the key! Be sure not to overcorrect and have your head tilted unnaturally. For those who sleep on their stomach, check out the next item.
Stiff necks are painful, and if you find yourself with it every morning, the problem may lie with your pillow or your sleeping position. Sleeping on your stomach is the worst position for your neck. When you sleep on your stomach, your head is forced to be turned to one side all night, which can cause pain and discomfort on your neck the next day. To address this, try practicing sleeping on either your side or back, and you might just notice an improvement with your neck after doing it regularly.
Whenever people leave the house for the day, they usually carry a bag, whatever the kind of bag it may be. Some people don’t pay any mind to the type of bag they carry, but did you know that your bag may have several effects on your neck and posture?
The first obvious reason is the weight: the heavier your bag, the greater its impact on your posture. Do not overload your bag. Try to bring only the essentials. Second, where you put the weight of your bag matters. If you place your heavy bag on only one shoulder, it can make your spine and muscles work harder, create muscle tension, and strain the neck even more. It is better to use a backpack with two same-level straps to evenly spread out the weight of the bag. If you cannot avoid carrying your bag over one shoulder, set the strap high and carry it as high as possible rather than letting it dangle further down at waist level.
We live in a generation when we can do just about everything with our phones, from making calls and sending messages, to checking the time and staying connected with friends. It may seem natural and effortless for you to check your phone now and then, but that is not the case for your neck. Looking down at an angle of about 60 degrees, such as when you are using your phone, strains the neck by approximately 500%. As you do that throughout the day, it may have long-term effects on your vertebrae and the supporting soft tissue.
The top two bones of the upper cervical spine play a vital part in balancing the skull and the movement of the head. Therefore, even a slight misalignment in this area can cause long-term neck problems. It is important to know if you have this problem and to find the safest and gentlest way to relieve it as soon as possible.
Upper cervical chiropractors use a technique involving low-force adjustments to correct upper cervical misalignments. They do not crack or pop the spine to provide you relief, which makes upper cervical chiropractic care a safe and gentle way to relieve neck pain for people of all ages and health status.
Upper cervical chiropractors calculate a unique adjustment for each client using precise x-rays, a scientific approach in providing the best quality of care for each patient. If you have chronic neck pain, this is a great natural relief that you might want to consider.
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