Laguna Hills CA Chiropractic Office Helps Keep Your Neck Healthy

By Carla Bergoba


Countless hours spent behind the wheel of a car or slouched forward working at a computer are the reality for millions of people today. Little wonder then that so many people develop spine and neck-related problems. With the guidance of a Laguna Hills chiropractic office residents can keep their necks healthy and avoid needless injury and pain.

Neck problems are on the whole less prevalent than back problems, but they are none the less extremely common. This is a pity since they are usually entirely avoidable. Most chiropractors have a lot of expertise with regard to maintaining neck health and how people can avoid injury and pain.

Foremost in preventing spine and neck problems is prioritizing good posture and ergonomics (one's position in relation to one's environment). In particular, one's posture while seated. Many people spend way too much time seated, which can deform the spine and weaken the muscles that support it.

This can lead to a more slumped posture that can cause musculoskeletal stress. This can lead to headaches, jaw pain, shoulder pain and of course neck pain. Given enough time, poor seated posture can cause damage to the spine and ongoing pain issues.

In light of this, chiropractors place great emphasis on good posture and ergonomics. This advice also extends to one's choice of pillow. A good quality, supportive pillow can ensure a good night's rest as well as prevent many neck problems from developing.

For patients who do suffer with neck pain, chiropractors have an arsenal of therapies and techniques for providing relief. Painful muscles and tendons can be eased with ultrasound, heat applications and massage. Misaligned neck vertebrae can also contribute to pain, and can be coaxed back into position with that mainstay of chiropractic care, spinal manipulation.




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