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Neck Pain Tip
As we age, many of us begin to display a "flattening" of the lordotic curves.
To help maintain proper muscle length as well as minimize the stress on ligaments and other soft tissues, Physical Therapists and Chiropractors attempt to help maintain proper spinal alignment to "regain" the proper curves. We educate our clients on corrective postural exercises, stretches and stabilization activities.
Neck pain is a common diagnosis. Many patients complain of difficulty falling asleep at nights due to persistent neck pain. One possible reason for this pain is poor support of the cervical spine. As shown above, your neck should have a lordotic curve. If you sleep on a pillow that does not support this curve, further flattening of the curve may result, thereby causing more discomfort. The longer you sleep on your back, the force applied to your neck from gravity may further exacerbate your condition. You can easily go to the store to purchase a pillow specifically made for this...
Click HERE for a Do-It-Yourself tip to help with this problem.
Neck pain is a common diagnosis. Many patients complain of difficulty falling asleep at nights due to persistent neck pain. One possible reason for this pain is poor support of the cervical spine. As shown above, your neck should have a lordotic curve. If you sleep on a pillow that does not support this curve, further flattening of the curve may result, thereby causing more discomfort. The longer you sleep on your back, the force applied to your neck from gravity may further exacerbate your condition. You can easily go to the store to purchase a pillow specifically made for this...
Click HERE for a Do-It-Yourself tip to help with this problem.
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