Chronic Neck Pain

Chronic neck pain is persistent, affording the sufferer little to no relief. When you suffer from chronic neck pain, it is extremely difficult to find a position where you are not in pain. For many sufferers, any resting position that does offer relief is actually doing further long-term damage. Resting your neck in an unnatural position puts a strain on the muscles and ligaments, which will eventually catch up with you.

If you have been suffering from neck pain for ten days or more, it is important to seek treatment. Chronic neck pain can occur after an injury, or due to problems stemming from the cervical spine. Most commonly, a pinched nerve will cause chronic neck pain to develop. Identifying and treating the source of the pain is essential to recovery.

Symptoms of Chronic Neck Pain

To avoid suffering from severe chronic neck pain, it is important to recognize the symptoms. In the early stages of the condition, you will likely experience tingling or numbness between your shoulders and the base of the neck. This sensation often spreads to the arms and fingers. Holding or lifting everyday objects becomes difficult, due to an associated weakening of the arms and loss of grip.

You may also develop difficulties with other motor functions, such as walking, balance and coordination. In some cases, sufferers have difficulty controlling bladder or bowel movements. You may experience some of these symptoms or all of them together. When any of these symptoms are experienced in combination with severe neck pain, treatment is necessary.

Do you have any of the symptoms of chronic neck pain? Georgia Spinal Health & Wellness can provide treatment and pain relief for both the symptoms and the cause.

Contact Georgia Spinal Health & Wellness to seek relief from chronic neck pain today!