Many people come into our Atlanta Clinic to talk with our Doctors and Chiropractors about nagging Neck Pain and Upper Back Pain that affects their quality of life.
Most Upper Back and Neck Pain results from injury to muscles and ligaments in the cervical and upper thoracic spine.
Neck Pain has many common causes that range from:
One of the most common neck pain complaints is the result of one developing whiplash. Whiplash is most commonly associated with car accidents. Whiplash occurs when the neck is hyper extended suddenly.
In car accidents, this frequently occurs when a drivers are rear ended and their necks are thrust forward. This stretches out the neck, which results in whiplash.
Whiplash is very treatable but it must be treated by a skilled professional.
Arrowhead Clinic Atlanta specializes in this type of treatment.
Schedule a free consultation today to speak with our chiropractors.
There are various ways to diagnose neck pain resulting from an auto accident. These techniques vary from direct hands on examinations to x-rays. It is important to know the specifics behind your neck pain from a car accident so we can work to to return you to optimum health.
Many demands are placed on your cervical and upper thoracic spine during the day. The Neck creates stability for your head, shoulders, and upper body.
Your neck allows for:
Your Neck is composed of vertebrae that begin in the upper torso and end at the base of the skull.
The bony vertebrae along with the ligaments, which are comparable to thick rubber bands, provide stability to the spinal structure while the discs provide shock absorption.
The muscles allow the neck to glide smoothly for motion and provide necessary support.
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The neck has a significant amount of motion and supports but, because it is less protected than the rest of the spine, the neck can be vulnerable to injury and disorders that produce pain and restrict motion.
For many people, Neck Pain is a progressive issue that can cause terrible discomfort if not taken care of quickly.
Also, because the delicate nerves of our arms initially run through the cervical spine, any damage to a particular area of the neck can initiate adverse symptoms in the arms, such as:
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms it is critical that you get check out by one of our Neck Pain Doctors in Atlanta today.
If this nerve damage persists it can have a long-term impact on your quality of life.
Our Atlanta Neck Pain Chiropractor will perform a physical exam and ask about your neck pain, including how often it occurs and how much it hurts and where it refers pain too.
Dr. Turner might order tests performed during your initial visit so they can diagnose your Neck Pain properly and put together a plan to fix the underlying cause.
The following tests may be done:
At Arrowhead Clinic in Atlanta, we have been treating victims of Accident Injuries and nagging Neck Pain Injuries for nearly 40 years. We are also open on Saturdays to better serve you!
We welcome you to a Free Consultation at our Atlanta Clinic location, so you can determine the cause of your Neck Pain and what is needed for proper treatment. Click the link below for your Free Consultation with our Neck Pain Chiropractor in Atlanta.
