If you have chronic or onset neck pain, there’s hope for relief. Physical therapy is one of the most common treatments for neck pain because it’s so effective. Since physical therapy aims to strengthen and stretch the neck to relieve pain, patients experience relief relatively quickly. However, treatment and results will vary from patient to patient. Read on to learn how physical therapy can help your neck pain.
When You Should Seek Physical Therapy for Your Neck Pain
If you are currently suffering from neck pain, that is a good enough reason to seek help from a physical therapist. Some other reasons to try physical therapy for neck-related issues are:
- Chronic Neck Pain – If you have suffered from neck pain for an extended period, or on and off, with little relief from other treatments, physical therapy may be for you.
- Neck Injury – Physical therapy may be for you if you’ve recently experienced a neck injury through sports, a car accident, a fall, or some other means.
- Recovering from Neck Surgery – If you’ve recently had surgery on your neck, upper back, or shoulders, you may have pain in the neck area. Physical therapy after surgery can effectively treat pain and help you regain normal function.
Always Consult a Doctor Before Beginning Physical Therapy for Neck Pain
Before you seek physical therapy for your neck pain, be sure to see your primary doctor first. Your doctor has access to all of your medical history and can assess if your neck pain can be relieved through physical therapy. In some rare cases, surgery would be necessary before starting a physical therapy plan.
Has your doctor recommended physical therapy for neck pain? See us at Activity First Physical Therapy today!