At any point in time, the prevalence of neck pain is about 12% for the adult female population and 9% for the adult male population. Santa Monica neck pain is present about half as much as lower back pain. Neck pain, specifically a stiff neck, affects 45% of those who work. Oftentimes, they do not miss work as they would with back pain. As the neck naturally becomes more and more flexible, there is a loss in stability and protection. This can cause the structures in the neck to become disrupted, and results in neck pain.
Oftentimes, neck pain may actually be referring to shoulder pain, and vice versa. The most common causes of neck pain and shoulder pain are injuries to the soft tissues including the muscles, tendons and ligaments, says Dr. Raymond Hall DC. These injuries can result from whiplash. Irritated nerves in the neck, from arthritis in the upper spine, can also cause neck pain. Neck and shoulder pain can also be associated with health conditions involving the heart, spinal cord, or lungs.
In order to determine the true cause of your neck pain, the chiropractor CA will conduct a thorough examination of your neck. The carotid and vertebral arteries, facet joints, surrounding joints and muscles, etc. will be examined by the doctor.
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