Treating Neck Pain with Physical Therapy

What are the most common causes of neck pain that result in needing physical therapy?

There are many different types of neck pain that would make you a candidate for physical therapy. If you are experiencing any neck pain at all, it is recommended you schedule an appointment with your therapist at Release Physical Therapy so they can determine the cause and help you on your path to recovery. Neck pain is debilitating and can greatly affect your quality of life. The pain can be related to postural abnormalities (ie sitting at a desk or texting for long periods of time), it can be related to an abnormal movement causing a muscle spasm or strain from lifting something awkwardly or carrying something heavy, or it can be structural, such as degeneration/arthritis or a herniated disc.

Can neck pain be treated with physical therapy?

Neck pain is one of the most common diagnoses seen by physical therapists. Your physical therapist at Release Physical Therapy is an expert in treating patients with neck pain and dysfunction. Your therapist has the skills needed to help diagnose and establish a plan of care individualized just for you and your goals. Your therapist can help determine where the pain is coming from, as you may experience pain in your head, neck, shoulder, mid back or arm. Your therapist will listen to you describe your pain and help reduce your pain with manual therapy techniques, mobility exercises, strength exercises, postural retraining, ergonomic adjustments, dry needling and more. Call your physical therapist at Release Physical Therapy to book your appointment if you are experiencing neck pain. 

What will a physical therapist do for neck pain?

Your Release Physical Therapist can develop a personalized plan to help you find relief while reducing symptoms. We help you improve posture, reduce tightness, rebuild strength and reduce pain. Whether you’re certain of your diagnosis or not, contact Release Physical Therapy today to get on the road to recovery. From here, your therapist will do a thorough evaluation and determine an individualized plan of care, treating you with manual therapy, exercise, stretching, postural strengthening and dry needling. Your physical therapist at Release can help you get back to where you want to be. 

What are the best physical therapy exercises for neck pain?

When you work with our team of expert physical therapists at Release Physical Therapy, you can trust in our guidance. We will help you understand what you should and should not do, in and out of physical therapy. Together, we will work toward the same goal: recovery and improved function. Your physical therapist will listen to you and determine a plan of care designed specifically for you that will include exercises that relate specifically to your diagnosis and goals.

What exercises should be avoided with neck pain?

When you work with our team of expert physical therapists, you can trust in our guidance. We will help you understand what you should and should not do, in and out of physical therapy. You should avoid exercises at anytime that significantly increase your pain or reproduce symptoms that include dizziness and headaches, numbness and tingling or nausea and vomiting.

How do you know when it’s time to see a physical therapist about neck pain?

Anytime you experience pain in your musculoskeletal system, you should seek advice from your physical therapist at Release Physical Therapy. Your expert physical therapist can help you determine the cause and come up with an individualized plan of care for you to resolve your neck pain.

How many times per week does someone need neck pain physical therapy?

The frequency recommended for physical therapy for neck pain can vary, depending on the circumstances. It can also vary depending on what your goals are. Physical therapy may start as a way to treat your neck pain, but for many, it turns into the key to living a better life. Work with our expert team of authentic physical therapists to determine the frequency that best aligns with your situation and goals. Our team of physical therapists uses a customized, hands-on approach, rather than machines or standard therapy routines. Start with a consultation where we will listen to everything you express to create just the right physical therapy plan for you.

How long does physical therapy take to work on the neck?

Treatment timelines can truly vary, but with the right physical therapy plan and physical therapist, results will come in time. We expect most patients to start seeing results within 6-8 weeks, but each patient’s journey differs. As you work with your Release Physical Therapist, tell them how you feel. Use your time together as a way to connect, so they can grow with you and really get to know you. The better your physical therapist understands you and your body, the better they can work for you. Remember, we chose the profession of physical therapy with the sole intent of helping others live a healthier, happier, and more comfortable lifestyle. Ready to feel better? Contact Release Physical Therapy today!