Neck Pain Treatment in Carrollton, TX
Your neck, also called the cervical spine, begins at the base of the skull and contains seven small vertebrae that support the full weight of your head, about 12 pounds on average. While the cervical spine allows you to move your head in nearly every direction, that flexibility also makes the neck very susceptible to pain and injury. At Premier Health Chiropractic & Wellness Center, we provide gentle, drug-free neck pain treatment that addresses the cause of your pain and restores comfortable movement.
Common Causes of Neck Pain
- Forward head posture from phones, tablets, and computers
- Muscle strain from sleeping in an awkward position
- Whiplash from car accidents or sports
- Cervical disc problems, including bulging discs
- Joint restrictions and misalignments in the cervical spine
- Stress and muscle tension
- Age-related degeneration
Symptoms Associated With Neck Pain
Neck problems may cause stiffness, reduced range of motion, muscle spasm, headaches, shoulder pain, and tingling, numbness, or weakness that travels into the arms and hands. Arm and hand symptoms can sometimes mimic carpal tunnel syndrome.
How Chiropractic Care Treats Neck Pain
After a thorough examination, Dr. Khayal creates a care plan to restore proper alignment and motion in the cervical spine and relieve pressure on the surrounding nerves and muscles. Treatment may include:
- Gentle manual or instrument-assisted cervical adjustments
- Non-surgical spinal decompression for cervical disc problems
- Electric muscle stimulation and therapeutic ultrasound to calm muscle spasm and inflammation
- Neck strengthening and stretching exercises
- Postural restoration to correct forward head posture
- Ergonomic advice for your workstation, phone use, and sleep position
Preventing Neck Pain From Returning
Once your pain is under control, small daily habits make a big difference. Keeping screens at eye level, taking frequent breaks from sitting, using a supportive pillow, and performing your home exercises help protect your cervical spine. Periodic wellness visits can also keep your neck moving well.
Schedule Neck Pain Treatment
Our office in North Carrollton serves Plano, The Colony, Frisco, Lewisville, and nearby communities. Learn more about our back pain treatment, all of our services, and the conditions we treat. Schedule a free consultation or call (972) 713-9355.
Neck Pain FAQs
Can a chiropractor help neck pain?
Yes. Chiropractic care is a common, drug-free approach to neck pain that restores alignment and motion in the cervical spine and relieves muscle tension and nerve irritation.
Are neck adjustments safe?
Neck adjustments are widely considered safe when performed by a licensed chiropractor after a thorough evaluation. We also offer gentle instrument-assisted adjustments for patients who prefer them.
Can neck pain cause headaches?
Yes. Misalignments and muscle tension in the neck commonly cause tension and cervicogenic headaches.
What is text neck?
Text neck is neck pain and strain caused by looking down at phones and devices for long periods, which increases the load on the cervical spine.
Why does my neck pain travel into my arm?
Nerves that supply the arms exit the spine in the neck. When they are irritated by a disc problem or misalignment, pain, numbness, or tingling can travel into the arm and hand.
What is the best sleeping position for neck pain?
Sleeping on your back or side with a supportive pillow that keeps your neck aligned is generally best. Sleeping on your stomach can strain the neck.
How do I schedule an appointment for neck pain?
Call (972) 713-9355 or request a free consultation online.