Common causes
- Forward head posture from phones, computers and long drives
- Sleeping in an awkward position or on the wrong pillow
- Whiplash from a car accident or a fall
- Tight shoulders and upper back pulling on the neck
- Stress, which shows up as tension in the neck and shoulders
How Dr. Jack treats neck pain
The neck responds well to gentle, precise care. Dr. Jack checks the neck, upper back and shoulders together, because the upper back is often where a neck problem starts.
- Gentle adjustments to the neck and upper back, with low-force options if you prefer
- Trigger point and soft tissue work for the muscles at the base of the skull and across the shoulders
- Posture correction and a few simple exercises to undo tech neck
- Advice on pillows, sleep position and screen height
Neck pain and headaches
Tight neck muscles and stiff joints at the top of the neck are a common source of tension headaches. Many patients find their headaches ease as their neck improves.