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Neck Pain

Neck Pain 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
  • Whiplash/ Road Traffic Accidents (see whiplash section)
  • Habitual slumped seated posture
  • Heavy lifting
  • Violent trauma (sports / road traffic accidents)
  • Biomechanical mal-lignment / Flat feet.  (See Orthotics)
  • Poor sleeping position.
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