PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENT FOR NECK PAIN

Physical therapy is one of the most common treatments for acute or chronic neck pain.

Most common causes for neck pain are

1. Cervical disc prolapse

2. Imbalance of musculature

3. Presence of trigger point

4. Tightness of muscles around neck and shoulder region

5. Bad posture

6. Work related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSD)

Addressing the cause of the pain is the first step in planning a treatment for NECK PAIN .

After the assessment and finding out the cause of problem we formulate a treatment plan with two goals SHORT TERM GOAL AND LONG TERM GOAL. Initially physical therapy programs involves application of electrotherapeutic modalities and advanced techniques to reduce stiffness of muscles and achieve SHORT TERM GOAL OF quick pain relief. The Long term Goal is to sustain the achieved pain relief for long term and gradually weaning of patient from the ongoing treatment sessions .

Physical therapy for neck pain typically includes the following goals:

• Reduce pain and stiffness

• Improve head and neck range of motion

• Develop dynamic strengthening of the neck and its supporting musculature

• Develop strategies to prevent pain from recurring

Even if pain cannot be completely eliminated, physical therapy may play an important role in improving neck posture and function for daily movements.

Physiotherapy is often cited as one of the most successful ways to treat chronic neck pain. It can not only help you manage the symptoms in a better manner but can also help in improving the flexibility and strength of neck muscles.

Physical therapy for neck pain can help relieve pain from a wide variety of neck issues including bad posture. Active physical therapy, which involves the patient moving his or her own body through exercises and stretches. By improving strength and flexibility in the neck, these muscles may become less painful and better able to maintain good posture, which reduces stress on the cervical spine. 

by- Dr. Rahul K.Sharma - Physical Therapist

( MPT (Ortho) DNDT, BLS, FIMT )

Ex Consultant Physical Therapist Fortis hospitals bangalore .  

Ex HOD PT Dhanush Hospitals , bangalore 

Ex Chief Of Physical Therapy Khushi Orthopaedic ,bangalore 

HOD PT - Bharat vikas parishad hospitals , dadabari kota

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