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NECK PAIN SPECIALIST IN AUGUSTA GA
WHAT IS NECK PAIN?
Acute strain may occur after sleeping in an awkward position.
Neck pain is just that – pain in the neck. Pain can be localized to the cervical spine or may radiate down an arm (radiculopathy). All age groups are at risk of developing neck pain. People who sit in one location staring at computer screens for long periods of time may be at an increased risk. About 10% of the population has an episode of neck pain each year. Neck pain may occur slightly more frequently in women than men.
WHAT CAUSES NECK PAIN?
Most episodes of neck pain are caused by the wearing out of the
structures (mechanical) of the neck, which is associated with aging, or with overuse of the neck or arms. About 10% of instances of neck pain are associated with systemic illnesses, such as polymyalgia rheumatica.
The common mechanical disorders that cause neck pain are the following:
Treatment for Neck Pain in Augusta GA
For an experienced Augusta GA Chiropractor, Georgia Clinic of Chiropractic has successfully treated various types of neck pain, including text neck, whiplash, torticollis, and brachial plexus stingers. The first step is determining the cause of your neck pain, and once that is determined, treatments can be personalized for your specific neck condition. Feel free to contact us to find out if our customized treatments with an experienced chiropractor in Augusta GA is the right avenue of care for your condition.
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Georgia Clinic of Chiropractic
205 Old Blackstone Camp Rd
Augusta, GA 30907
(706) 814-5053
http://www.georgia-clinic.com