How A Laguna Hills CA Chiropractic Office Helps Keep Your Neck Healthy

By Carla Bergoba


Hours spent driving or hunched over a computer screen are the daily reality of literally millions of people today. It's no surprise therefore that neck and shoulder problems are so prevalent. In the city of Laguna Hills chiropractic care can help residents keep their necks healthy as well as remedy neck-related problems should they arise.

While neck injuries are not as common as back injuries, they are certainly a frequent sight in chiropractor's offices. However, although they are very common, they are also very preventable. Chiropractors can offer a lot of guidance on how people can avoid neck injury and the attendant pain and inconvenience.

Foremost in preventing spine and neck problems is prioritizing good posture and ergonomics (one's position in relation to one's environment). In particular, one's posture while seated. Many people spend way too much time seated, which can deform the spine and weaken the muscles that support it.

This can lead to a more slumped posture that can cause musculoskeletal stress. This can lead to headaches, jaw pain, shoulder pain and of course neck pain. Given enough time, poor seated posture can cause damage to the spine and ongoing pain issues.

In light of this, chiropractors place great emphasis on good posture and ergonomics. This advice also extends to one's choice of pillow. A good quality, supportive pillow can ensure a good night's rest as well as prevent many neck problems from developing.

Should neck problems occur, chiropractors have many techniques at their disposal for pain relief. Soft tissues often harbor significant tension which can be released with massage, penetrating heat applications and ultrasound. Should any of the vertebrae of the neck be out of alignment, this may of course contribute to any pain and can be corrected with gentle manipulation techniques.




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