Neck Pain Treatment in Kanata

Neck pain is one of the most common conditions we help with at Highlands Wellness. Nearly everyone will experience neck pain at some point, whether from a minor strain or a more serious injury. Unfortunately, many people manage their discomfort by relying on medication or avoiding activities they love, which is not a sustainable solution. Common symptoms we help with when patients have neck pain include: stiffness, tension, pain, trouble checking blind spots, reduced neck range of motion, headaches.

Common Types of Neck Pain:

  1. Trauma/Acute Neck Pain: Occurs due to specific incidents like motor vehicle accidents or sports injuries, identifiable through clinic tests.

  2. Chronic Neck Pain: Long-standing pain resulting from past injuries, characterized by varying levels of intensity from day to day.

  3. Referred Neck Pain: Pain felt in the neck but originating from issues elsewhere in the body, such as the heart or muscles of the upper back.

  4. Mechanical Neck Pain: Pain without a clear cause, aggravated by everyday activities that place stress on the neck, such as poor ergonomic practices, prolonged smartphone use, or carrying heavy loads.

While serious conditions like cancer can cause neck pain, they are fortunately rare. It's essential for healthcare providers to screen for potential red flags indicating more severe issues.

Effective Management:

Effective management of neck pain starts with a comprehensive assessment by a qualified practitioner. At Highlands Wellness and Sports Injury Clinic, our approach includes:

  • Detailed Medical History: Understanding your background, previous injuries, and overall health is crucial.

  • Physical Examination: Assessing your neck's range of motion, muscle strength, and identifying any areas of tenderness or dysfunction.

  • Diagnostic Imaging: When necessary, we may refer for tools like X-rays or MRIs to get a clearer picture of the underlying issues contributing to your neck pain.

This thorough evaluation helps us pinpoint the exact cause of your discomfort and tailor a treatment plan that addresses your specific needs.

Our Chiropractic Approach:

At Highlands Wellness, we specialize in pinpointing the cause of your pain and guiding you through a comprehensive understanding of your condition. We utilize evidence-based techniques designed to enhance spinal function, facilitating rapid and comfortable healing of muscles, joints, and ligaments.

Recovery Expectations: The duration of your recovery hinges on the underlying cause and severity of your neck pain. Following your initial appointment, you can anticipate:

  • A clear understanding of what's causing your pain.

  • Reduction in pain levels.

  • A personalized strategy to effectively manage and overcome your neck pain.

Frequently asked questions.

  • Pain is an alarm signal in the body telling us that something is amiss. Most pain is not serious initially, but if we never bother to identify and fix what is causing the pain, it can come back worse or more frequently. This ultimately results in a more expensive and lengthy treatment plan later on.

  • Preventing neck pain involves adopting healthy habits and lifestyle changes such as avoiding prolonged sitting or standing in one position, and incorporating regular exercise to strengthen neck and core muscles. Ergonomic adjustments in the workplace, such as using supportive chairs or standing desks, can also help reduce the risk of neck pain.
    Our team will help guide you and give you the tools to avoid future episodes.

  • Not at all. Most of our patients see us because they have pain. The treatment is tailored to each individual patient based on their condition and their preference. If you are uncomfortable with neck adjusting, it will not be included in your treatment plan.

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