


Neck pain comes in many different forms and studies have shown that in today’s’ society neck pain affects two thirds of the population at least for some part of their life. Sometimes can be minor enough that it is barely noticeable, maybe you may think that you might have just "slept wrong" on it. Other times the pain is so bad that it is completely debilitating and you can hardly move. The good news is we can help and our office is open 6 days a week for your convenience.
In certain cases mild neck pain will be easily helped for example if you are in the habit of holding the phone against your shoulder with your neck. Persistent neck pain, on the other hand, merits a closer look as it could be an indication of a larger problem. Tissue damage from an old injury, whiplash and even degenerative joint disease can start in the form of persistent low-grade neck pain just not “go away on its own.”
Chiropractors are specially trained to understand the complex anatomy of the neck (or cervical spine), how it works, and how to get it back to optimal condition in the most expedient, noninvasive, cost effective way possible. Chiropractic and acupuncture are two of the most effective treatment recommendations for neck pain available today according to a recent 7 year study by the Task Force of Neck Pain and Its Associated Disorders; Bone and Joint Decade 2000-2010.
Toronto -- February 15, 2008 -- A seven-year, international study published today finds that some alternative therapies such as acupuncture, neck manipulation (chiropractic adjustments) and massage are better choices for managing most common neck pain than many current medical practices.
The Bone and Joint Decade 2000-2010 Task Force on Neck Pain and Its Associated Disorders 236 page review of the current research on neck pain is published in the journal Spine. The multi-national and inter-disciplinary study team included Canadian, American, South American, Australasian and European researchers. The Task Force was created to help neck pain sufferers and health professionals use the best research evidence to prevent, diagnose and manage neck pain.
With the vast array of conditions that can lead to neck pain, it is imperative that the exact cause of the problem be identified in order for us to provide the correct treatment for you. We offer the most recent technology and treatment techniques to get you back to health and living a pain free life. Please contact our office at 913-643-1771 to schedule your appointment.