Acute and chronic neck pain
Neck pain can appear suddenly, after an awkward movement or sleeping position, or build up gradually from long periods of sitting or poor work posture. Chronic neck pain often comes with muscle tension, reduced mobility and headaches. We thoroughly assess the neck, treat the muscular tension and improve joint mobility.
Whiplash
Whiplash occurs from a sudden, fast forward-and-backward movement of the head, often after a car accident or sports incident. Symptoms include neck pain, headaches, dizziness, fatigue and sometimes difficulty concentrating. Whiplash has a wide-ranging impact and requires a patient, gradual approach. We work step by step on restoring movement, strength and load tolerance.
Radiating pain into the arm
When a nerve in the neck becomes compressed, for example by a disc problem or joint condition, pain, tingling or weakness can radiate into the shoulder, arm or hand. This is known as cervical radiculopathy. With targeted treatment we reduce pressure on the nerve and strengthen the surrounding muscles.
Tension headaches
Many people don't realise their headaches actually originate in the neck. Tension headaches develop from tight muscles in the neck and shoulders that irritate the nerves leading to the head. Dry needling, massage and specific neck exercises can significantly reduce, or even resolve, this type of headache.
When to see a physiotherapist?
Neck complaints that last longer than a week, or come with radiating pain, tingling or weakness in the arm, deserve attention straight away. No referral is needed at our Almere practice. The sooner we start, the greater the chance of a quick and full recovery.
Recognize these symptoms?
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