Three tips for managing neck pain at home

Have you ever woken up from a nice night’s sleep only to be bothered by a sore neck? You’re not alone. Minor neck pain like this is a common part of life. This kind of neck pain isn’t an emergency, and it usually goes away after a few days time.

However, when neck pain is severe, long-lasting or accompanied by other symptoms, you should visit a healthcare professional for assistance. One type of healthcare professional that many neck pain patients go to for treatment is a physical therapist. 

Physical therapists can help manage pain and improve the strength and mobility of your neck with stretches, exercises and other techniques. The physical therapists at Back in Motion Physical Therapy have years of training and experience in identifying the cause of chronic neck pain and developing treatments. 

When your neck pain isn’t so severe, though, you should be fine following the home remedies below for managing pain and recovering well.

Three ways to manage neck pain

  1. Stretch — Simple stretches like head rolls, shoulder rolls and neck tilts can help reduce pain and pressure in your neck. These stretches also help improve the strength and flexibility of the muscles and connective tissues, which helps you recover and reduce your chances for future pain.
  1. Practice posture — Sitting, standing or sleeping with poor posture are some of the most common causes of neck pain. Make sure that you sit with your back straight, head up, feet flat on the floor and hips and knees level with each other. If your work requires you to sit for long periods of time, make sure you get up and stretch. Pay attention to how you stand and sleep as well since the way you hold your body in these situations can affect your neck.
  1. Stay hydrated — Believe it or not, simply drinking more water can help manage your neck pain. Water helps keeps the joints lubricated, which helps reduce pain in your neck and other joints.

Contact Back in Motion Physical Therapy for neck pain treatment

Talk to a physical therapist at Back in Motion Physical Therapy about treatment if home remedies are not cutting it for you. One of our team members will work with you to develop a personalized treatment to help you find relief from your neck pain. Contact us today if you’re ready to schedule a free consultation. 

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