Neck Pain

Symptoms

Neck/ cervical pain may be a result of a facet joint restriction, muscular spasm or a disc prolapse.
A cervical (neck) disc herniation or facet lock can cause back pain, arm/ shoulder ache and restricted movement. If the nerve is irritated or compressed then a shooting pain into the arm and hand can occur with possible tingling, numbness and weakness. Other symtoms may include headaches, fatigue and pain in a specific range of movment.

Causes

• Repetitive forward/ extension or side bending of the spine, particularly if rotating at the same time.
• Habitual slumped seated posture.
• Heavy lifting.
• Trauma (sports).
• Biomechanical mal-lignment / Flat feet. (See Orthotics)
• Poor sleeping position.