What causes muscle pain in the front of the neck?

When most of us think of pain in the front of our neck, we think of a sore throat. While this is certainly common, it’s not the only reason you may have pain in the front of your neck. If you have pain in this area of your neck and it’s not a sore throat, […]

What is causing my neck and jaw pain?

It’s normal to have mild soreness in your neck or jaws at some point in life. However, if you have long-lasting or intense pain in both of these areas at the same time, there may be an underlying condition that requires professional treatment. [maxbutton name=”Call us”] [maxbutton name=”Request an appointment”] What causes neck and jaw […]

Three ways physical therapists can help you with text neck

It probably doesn’t surprise you that smartphone use is way up in the U.S. In fact, you may even be reading this post on your phone right now.  Smartphones are great in many ways, but they can be bad for your neck. The reality is that spending hours looking down at a phone, laptop or […]

Why do I have pain in my neck and shoulder radiating down my arm?

Neck pain and shoulder pain are normal parts of life. It’s not unusual to have a sore neck or shoulder after a long day of physical work or sports activities. However, when you have pain in the neck and shoulder radiating down your arm, you might understandably be concerned. Pain in your neck and shoulder […]

Three reasons you’re having burning neck pain

Feeling a burning pain in your neck? The odds are that your pain is caused by a pinched nerve, but there are many reasons why you may have developed this issue.  Having a pinched nerve somewhere in your body is pretty common. Medical research shows that 85 in every 100,000 Americans are affected by pinched […]

What to do about the throbbing pain in your neck?

Feeling throbbing pain in your neck? Do light touches to the neck or head trigger the pain? Does it feel like you have a migraine? Answering yes to these questions could mean you have a condition called occipital neuralgia. One study of headache clinic patients reveals that over 15% of those surveyed had occipital neuralgia. […]

Why do I have a throbbing pain in my neck?

The answer is that there are many underlying issues that can cause a throbbing pain in your neck, but each underlying issue leads to a condition called occipital neuralgia.  Neck pain is very common in the U.S.; it’s estimated that up to 50% of Americans experience it every year. Pain that feels like a throbbing […]

Three treatment options for that throbbing pain in your neck

Have a headache that doesn’t cause nausea or light sensitivity? Does it often begin with a throbbing pain in your neck? People who answered yes to these questions may have a nerve issue called occipital neuralgia.  Occipital neuralgia occurs when the occipital nerves that run from the top of the neck into the scalp are […]

Should I be concerned about the throbbing pain in my neck?

It’s normal to have neck pain at points in life. For example, if you go to sleep in an awkward position, you’ll likely wake up with neck pain. Usually, pain like this goes away after a little time or some home treatments and stretching. However, some types of neck pain last long or are more […]

Can I treat burning neck pain without pain medication?

Often, doctors will prescribe pain medications to reduce burning neck pain, but there are drawbacks that this course can lead to.  It’s reported that about 18 million Americans abuse some type of prescription medication annually. Unfortunately, even over-the-counter pain medicines can lead to negative side effects. These are just a few reasons that you’ll be […]

Why do I have neck pain when looking up?

Most of us aren’t conscious of how often we look up every day. At least, we aren’t until this movement starts to be painful for us.  Determining the specific cause of your neck pain on your own can be difficult. However, a physical therapist can help you learn the source of your neck pain when […]

Two stretches you should try if you have neck and shoulder pain

Helping your kids get ready for school in the morning. Typing an email at work. Checking the traffic at a stop sign. These are just some of the normal daily activities that can be tougher when you have neck and shoulder pain.  It’s an unfortunate fact that many people will end up dealing with these […]