Neck pain can be caused by many things. It can make it very hard to go about the activities of daily life. For relief, you can count on Fisher Chiropractic Wellness and Injury in Dade City, FL. Dr. Deborah Fisher offers a variety of chiropractic treatments to help relieve neck pain. She is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician. Dr. Kerri Scherer, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, is also on board when rehabilitation or post-surgical rehab is required.
Gentle chiropractic adjustments
Neck pain can be caused by a misalignment of the vertebrae in the neck. Using gentle chiropractic adjustments can help to get them back into alignment and take the pressure off of the nerves in the neck and relieve muscle tension in the upper back.
Myofascial bodywork
This gentle therapy applies pressure to muscles and connective tissue to relieve tension and improve flexibility. The fascia in the body is arranged in sheets and it is all connected. Tension in one area can cause pain in another area. Scar tissue is in the fascia and can sometimes be the cause of the restrictions. Breaking it down allows things to heal and go back to normal.
Stretching and strengthening
Exercise is a way to help provide mobility and stability in the neck. Both stretching and strengthening exercises may be recommended to help the neck to retain its alignment. These exercises will be started in the office and then continued by the patient at home. These can be very effective in helping with neck pain that is caused by poor posture at work. The exercises can even be done right at your desk.
Iontophoresis patches
The use of Iontophoresis patches allows for natural pain relief. This practice uses magnesium sulfate. The patch provides transdermal transmission of pain relief through the skin. Studies have shown the efficacy of magnesium sulfate in reducing the use of pharmaceutical pain relievers and opioids.
Ice pack cryotherapy
The use of ice is well known to help with inflammation in the immediate aftermath of an injury. The cold reduces circulation in the area. It can also be used to provide pain relief and improve circulation.
Ultrasound therapy
Sound waves are used in ultrasound therapy. It produces heat and vibration that promotes healing deep in the tissues at the cellular level. It reduces pain, inflammation, spasms, and stiffness, and increases blood circulation.
When you need relief from neck pain, contact Dr. Fisher of Fisher Chiropractic Wellness and Injury in Dade City, FL. To make an appointment, give us a call at 813-563-6352.