Do you wake up in the morning with a stiff neck? Have limited motion in your neck? Have poor posture and recurring bouts of neck pain and stiffness? If the answer is yes, Dee Why Chiropractic care can help!
How should my neck be moving?
Your neck should be able to move freely in all directions without any pain.
Normal neck range of motion
Flexion – 80° to 90°
Extension – 70°
Side bend – 45°
Rotation – 90°
If you have limitations reaching full range of motion, there are a few factors that could be causing that
- Poor posture
- Trauma
- Tight muscles
- Specific spinal joint restrictions
At Dee Why Chiropractic Care
Neck mobility is very important to maintain good spinal health. Dysfunction of the joints and muscles in your neck are common causes of headaches, that can be effectively treated by a chiropractor.
When you visit us, we will do a full examination of your posture and spine to identify what exactly is causing your neck stiffness. Your treatment will be tailored to you and will consist of muscle releases, stretches and chiropractic adjustments that aim to increase range of motion, relieve nerve irritation and restore proper function of the joints.
Chiropractic treatments have proven to be effective at treating neck pain and stiffness and if you think we can help you, don’t hesitate to contact us.