How to help the crick in your neck

Do you have a crick in your neck that makes going through the day uncomfortable or even painful? There can be many different causes behind a crick in the neck. This is not an uncommon problem, since many of us spend a lot of time looking at our phones or computer screens for long periods […]

How to relieve a stiff neck without taking medication

Dealing with a stiff neck can put a damper on your life. Many of us spend time looking at screens like the phone and the computer, which can contribute to chronic neck stiffness. There can also be many other different causes behind a stiff neck, like labor-intensive jobs or an injury. Regardless of the underlying […]

Why was the loud pop in my neck followed by pain?

The short answer to this question is that you’ve injured a structure in your neck. Finding out what injury you have may require visiting a medical professional, such as a physical therapist.  Neck pain is something that many Americans are familiar with, and it’s reported that about 5.8% of women and 4% of men are […]

Had a stiff neck for months? These three things could be the reason why!

You go through life with your neck feeling like a plank of wood every day, and you’re tired of it. If this describes your daily life, no one would blame you for being sick of it.  Many people would even empathize with you since they also deal with neck stiffness and pain that lasts for […]

Why does my neck crack when I turn my head?

Most people have probably asked themselves why their neck cracks when they turn their head. Often, the answer is that they’re experiencing the body’s natural response to neck joint movement. This response is called crepitus by medical professionals, and it’s the popping, crackling, grinding or snapping sounds that you hear when you move your head […]

How can physical therapy be helpful for neck arthritis?

Neck arthritis, or cervical spondylosis, is a condition that can dramatically affect your daily life. Fortunately, physical therapy can be very helpful for managing neck arthritis.  The knowledge that physical therapy is useful for cervical spondylosis could be useful to many Americans. After all, one medical study reports that 90% of men over 50 and […]

What can physical therapy do for your neck arthritis?

There are many things that physical therapy can do for people with neck arthritis. But you have to be open to trying physical therapy in order to get the benefits it can offer.  Neck arthritis is also called cervical spondylosis, and it affects a huge percentage of Americans. One medical study reports that more than […]

How long does a stiff neck last?

A stiff neck can lead to soreness and decreased flexibility that can make something as simple as turning your head difficult. It can also be hard to tell how long a stiff neck will last. In some cases, it might last for a day or two. For other people, their stiffness could last for weeks […]

Three exercises to address a stiff neck on one side

Feeling stiffness on one side of the neck is fairly common. After all, sleeping the wrong way can trigger this issue. It can also come from frequently performed neck or head movements you do at work.  The structures in your neck that become stiff are typically neck muscles. These muscles help rotate, bend, and flex […]

What’s causing the pain in the back of my head at the base of my skull?

The area in the back of your head where the base of your skull meets your neck is a common area to experience pain. In fact, there are many issues that can cause pain there.  In general, neck pain is a common problem in the U.S. Medical researchers report that 5.8% of U.S. women and […]

What causes herniated discs that trigger neck pain?

There are many structures in your neck that can be injured or damaged, and each of them can trigger pain when this happens. However, cervical discs are one structure that can often be the cause of neck pain.  Cervical discs are located between each of your seven neck vertebrae, and these vertebrae are named C1 […]

These problems could be behind your lower neck pain

Feeling pain in the lower part of your neck? Discomfort in this area can be very problematic. In fact, it can make it harder to do any task that requires lifting your arms or turning your head. Fortunately, physical therapists can help you figure out what issue is behind your pain.  Neck pain is one […]