5 stiff neck remedies you can do at home
Do you find yourself constantly battling with a stiff neck, turning everyday activities into daunting tasks? You’re not alone. At Armor Physical Therapy, we understand how limiting and frustrating neck stiffness can be. Neck pain is the fourth-leading cause of disability around the world, and it is often linked to stiffness and lack of mobility. […]
Why am I feeling neck pain at the base of my skull?
Neck pain is one of the most common types of pain among American adults. In fact, about 6% of women and 4% of men are dealing with neck pain on a daily basis. If you’re experiencing neck pain at the base of your skull, you could be experiencing symptoms of a variety of conditions. Determining […]
Why do I have muscle pain in the front of my neck?
If you have pain around the front of your neck, you may think it’s caused by a sore throat. However, if your pain isn’t accompanied by any other symptoms of a sore throat and instead feels connected to the movement of your neck, you may have a musculoskeletal injury. This kind of injury refers to […]
Pain in the neck when breathing: Why you’re feeling it and what PT can do about it
Many people feel neck pain after a long day of sitting at a computer or from having slept on it the wrong way. Roughly 30% of adults report having experienced neck pain at one point or another. Most of these aches and pains will go away after a while. However, if you are experiencing neck […]
How to relieve muscle spasms in the neck and shoulder at home using things you learned in PT
If you’ve had a muscle spasm before, you know how painful it can be and why most people do their best to avoid them. On average, about 60% of adults have reported experiencing muscle spasms on occasion. Most people aren’t aware that physical therapy can help with muscle spasms. Not only this, but a physical […]
4 benefits of doing neck range-of-motion exercises daily
One out of 3 people experience neck pain at least once a year. While types of neck pain can vary, they can all significantly impact a person’s range of motion. Range of motion refers to the amount of movement around a joint or body part. Neck stiffness often reduces a person’s range of motion and […]
4 tips that can make living with degenerative disc disease in the neck easier in just minutes a day
Despite its name, degenerative disc disease is not actually a disease. It is a condition that can occur due to the natural wear and tear that we put on our spine as we age. Most people’s spinal discs show signs of wear as we grow older, and nearly 80% of adults over the age of […]
3 ways PT can help if you still have chronic neck pain after a cervical fusion
Cervical fusion is a surgery meant to help patients who suffer from chronic neck pain. While most cases of neck pain can be treated without the need for surgery, some patients experience pain between the discs in their spine that does not go away even after treatment. In those cases, cervical fusion helps to remove […]
3 incentives to use pediatric PT for your children’s neck pain
Has your child been complaining about their neck hurting? While neck pain is a common complaint among adults, you may be surprised to learn that children often experience it as well. One of the most common causes of neck pain among children is poor posture. This is because children haven’t necessarily learned good posture yet, […]
Physical therapists help you learn how to crack your neck safely
If you experience neck pain, headaches or stiffness from sitting in front of your computer for too long, it can be hard to resist the urge to crack your neck. Who doesn’t love that feeling of immediate relief? We do the same thing to our fingers when our hands get stiff, and our backs after […]
Discover the likely culprit behind your neck’s cracking sounds
Have you ever been sitting for hours in front of your computer or television screen, when the moment you turn your head in a different direction you experience a cracking sensation in your neck? You probably heard a loud cracking sound in your ears as well, right? You’ve just experienced what health experts call crepitus. […]
Attack neck pain during pregnancy with these 5 PT methods
According to one medical study, 39.5% of pregnant women experienced back pain, and 12.4% experienced neck pain during pregnancy. Most pregnant women experience some degree of neck pain. In many cases, the pain is mild and manageable. However, neck pain can also be severe and present a significant challenge to daily activities. If you’re pregnant […]
