Poor posture can result in postural neck pain/syndrome due to the overloading and misalignment of muscles in the neck and back. At Vitalis Physiotherapy, our specialised postural neck pain/syndrome treatment aims to:
Postural neck pain/syndrome can vary from person to person and is determined by damage to muscles and vertebrae in the neck and spine. Typically, postural syndrome/pain is triggered by a variety of lifestyle factors and health conditions which in turn affect the level of pain experienced. Postural neck pain/syndrome can lead to other spinal or neck conditions, nerve irritation or muscle spasms.
It is important to maintain good posture and a healthy lifestyle to reduce the likelihood of developing postural neck pain/syndrome. If ignored or mismanaged, postural pain can worsen over time. Postural pain can also be indicative of, or mimic other spinal conditions.
Some common risk factors include:
If you have neck pain, it is important to have it assessed by a GP or physiotherapist. A physiotherapist will then be able to determine the severity of the condition and the treatment required. Timely diagnosis and treatment can prevent it from developing into a chronic condition.
At Vitalis Physiotherapy, we tailor a treatment plan to best fit your recovery goals through:
Your physiotherapist may also advise heat or ice application, rest and if necessary, pain medication. Additionally, they might recommend for you to useneck support (braces) or a Therapeutic Pillow.
Are you in pain caused by postural neck pain/syndrome? Contact Vitalis Physiotherapy now to book in your treatment. Call our friendly team on 0410 559 856. We’d love to help.
