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Say Goodbye to Neck Pain and Hello to Comfort-Filled Days!
Experience neck discomfort? You're not alone—join the one-third of folks facing these challenges annually, says the APTA. Don't let your pain escalate; address it before whispers of discomfort become shouts that may even call for surgical intervention. Don't just bear it—take care!
Neck pain can ruin your day and make simple things feel like huge challenges. If sitting up straight is as tough as climbing a mountain, or if bending over to tie your shoes feels impossible, our professional physical therapy can help you find relief. Every year, many people find freedom from neck pain with Stride Physical Therapy. Let us guide you to a calm, painless life.
Understanding neck pain:
Experience relentless neck pain? It often stretches from your skull's base, cascades over your shoulder blades, and anchors itself in your neck's nape. Its intensity may dance between a persistent dull throb and abrupt, piercing stabs. But that's not all—neck discomfort may also bring a retinue of extra symptoms.
Stiffness and muscle tightness in the upper body
Numbness or tingling into the upper extremities
Headaches
Discomfort and pain when remaining in the same position for too long
Arm weakness
Loss of sleep due to pain and discomfort
Inability to fully stand up or sit up straight
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Common conditions causing neck pain:
Discover the Reasons Behind Your Neck Pain! Strained muscles or bone issues could be to blame, potentially linked to past injuries. Or, it might be aging leading to conditions such as degeneration. Get to know the usual suspects:
Injuries:
Suffering from neck pain following a car crash or sports impact? You might be dealing with Whiplash – a prevalent strain injury that thrusts your head in a sudden back-and-forth frenzy, wreaking havoc on the neck’s soft tissues. Don't let this pain be your new normal!
Illnesses:
Do you have neck pain? It might not just be tension. It could be due to conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, meningitis, or possibly cancer.
Nerve compression:
It could be a herniated disc or a constriction of the spaces through which your nerves bid farewell to your spine. Now imagine: these crucial nerves getting squeezed! The result? A cascading wave of pain that can storm its way right from your neck to your fingertips, an ailment termed "radiculopathy."
Muscle strains:
Neck muscles, beware! Overuse can lead to strain, and even everyday deeds like craning towards your computer screen for hours can put your neck at risk. Protect your posture, care for your neck.
Joint degeneration:
Like the body's other joints, your neck can wear down with time, leading to discomfort. Age-related conditions, including osteoarthritis, may wear away the cushioning cartilage in the cervical vertebrae, often culminating in neck pain.
Start Your Path to a Pain-Free Neck Now!
Physical therapy excels in relieving neck pain. Our therapists at Stride Physical Therapy assess your neck's movement and pain-related restrictions. They diagnose your condition to tailor your treatment plan. Collaboratively, you'll set clear treatment goals, aiming to conquer neck pain and hasten recovery.
Wave neck pain farewell as our targeted treatments dissolve tightness and amplify your neck's movement range. At Stride, our therapists customize exercises for your specific needs, bolstering and refreshing your neck. We aim to realign your posture, healing and strengthening your neck to prevent future injuries. Plus, we might apply calming ice and heat, therapeutic ultrasound, or subtle electrical stimulation when suitable.
End neck pain now! Contact Stride Physical Therapy and schedule a visit with our licensed New Jersey therapists. Start your path to lasting relief with our support!
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5 Activities To Improve Your Health
Living with constant pain can make the thought of exercise seem impossible. But the reality is, adding even gentle physical activity to your daily routine can significantly enhance your well-being, ease of movement, and general happiness. Read on to discover the benefits of staying active for a healthier, more comfortable life!
The Importance of Good Health
Being healthy is all about your body working at its best, from breathing to blood flow to digesting food. You don't need to be a top athlete - every little thing you do for your body counts toward better health. At Stride Physical Therapy, your physical therapist can guide you with exercises, stretches, and diet tips to boost your health and fitness level.
Physical Therapy Can Improve Your Overall Health Naturally!
Whether on your own or within a full physical therapy program, diverse activities can aid recovery and pain management. Our physical therapist can craft a personalized exercise plan matching your recovery goals if you're healing from injury, uncertain about what exercises suit you, or struggling with chronic pain.
Our expert will evaluate your health condition and goals to recommend the ideal exercises. Combining this with therapeutic techniques like massage, ultrasound, dry needling, hot and cold treatments, acupuncture, or laser therapy can amplify your healing. They work by repairing tissues, soothing inflammation, and alleviating pain, thus enhancing movement and quality of life.
5 Activities to Enhance Your Health
Cycling
Cycling enhances heart health, balance, and leg strength. It’s also lower-impact than running, making it suitable for those with back or knee issues.
Swimming
Swimming reduces the effects of gravity on the body, making it ideal for individuals with arthritis or extremity injuries. Even non-swimmers can benefit from water activities.
Running
Running improves heart and lung health and can reduce pain sensitivity. The "runner's high" offers pain-reducing benefits for chronic pain sufferers.
Weight Training
Weight training builds muscle tissue that supports joints and helps maintain bone density, reducing muscle wastage as you age.
Walking
Walking requires no special equipment and offers low-impact exercise. It improves circulation and benefits weight-bearing joints, especially for those with arthritis.
Additional Tips for Maintaining Good Health
Living healthily requires work, but it gets easier. It's important to eat well, and although exercise may be tough if you have chronic pain, it's key. Opt for physical therapy over medication to tackle pain and lead a healthier life.
Get on Track to Better Health with Physical Therapy
Life is too wonderful to spend it in bed or in a chair. Get up and schedule an appointment with Stride Physical Therapy today. It’s the healthiest move you can make!
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Ready to improve your health and quality of life? Contact Stride Physical Therapy in Freehold, NJ, and start your journey to better health and a pain-free life.
