Neck pain is a shared issue
among office workers and individuals who work long hours in front of
computers. In today’s world, who doesn’t spend long hours in front of a computer?
Whether you are dealing with chronic discomfort
or occasional stiffness, finding effective ways to alleviate
neck pain is vital. New studies have demonstrated
that specific exercises, especially fixed
resistance training and progressive resistance training, can significantly
improve neck pain conditions. Exercise alongside chiropractic Cox® Technic treatment of the cervical spine can be very
alleviating! This blog post will look at the
effectiveness of these exercises and provide evidence-based insights
to facilitate your management of New Roads neck pain more efficiently.
UNDERSTANDING NECK PAIN
Neck pain can be the result of a host of factors, including poor posture, prolonged
computer use, and muscle strain. Office workers are particularly vulnerable
to neck pain owing to the repetitive type of tasks and the sedentary lifestyle associated with desk
jobs. A new study stated that just one hour of
computer usage by office workers with symptomatic neck pain triggered signs of neuromuscular deficit of the ulnar nerve,
semispinalis muscle and anterior scalene muscle, which may indicate
more risk of neuromuscular impairment of the upper extremities. (1)
Your New Roads chiropractor often recommends exercise
as a non-invasive treatment option to ease
pain and improve neck function.
THE ROLE OF EXERCISE IN MANAGING NECK PAIN
Combining chiropractic Cox® treatment with exercise is a
usual method to manage and lessen neck pain. It helps strengthen
the neck muscles, improve posture, and boost flexibility and
strength. A systematic review compared the effects of neck
exercise to passive or no intervention in adults with chronic neck pain and
found that neck exercises notably enhanced
sensory testing measurements and reduced pain levels. (2) Another
study explained that chronic neck pain impacts
grip strength and psychomotor skills and highlighted the
importance of incorporating exercises to improve overall
functionality and reduce neck pain symptoms. (3) Two types of
exercises that have shown significant benefits for neck pain
patients follow:
Fixed Resistance Training – Useful for
building strength and stability, fixed resistance training concerns
using a constant resistance throughout the exercise movement.
- Isometric Neck Exercises: These exercises involve
holding a position for a specified period to engage
the neck muscles.
- Neck Extension and Flexion: This entails
moving the head up and down against resistance to
strengthen the neck's front and back muscles.
- Chin Tucks: Sit up straight, tuck your chin in the
direction of your chest without moving your shoulders, and hold for
5 seconds. Repeat 10 times.
Progressive Resistance Training – Effective for
building muscle strength and endurance over time, progressive resistance
training involves slowly increasing
the resistance or weight used during exercises.
- Theraband Exercises: Using resistance bands to do
neck movements such as lateral flexion and rotation.
- Shoulder Shrugs with Weights: Hold
dumbbells in each hand and shrug your shoulders up to your
ears. Hold for a few seconds and then lower. Gradually increase the
weight as tolerated.
Exercise is a powerful tool for managing neck
pain. By incorporating it with gentle, effective chiropractic
Cox® Technic treatment, you can significantly reduce neck pain, boost
posture, and increase overall neck function.
CONTACT New Roads Chiropractic Center
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. James Kirk on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr.
Michael Johnson as he details the
effective gentle protocols of The Cox® Technic
System of Spinal Pain Management in reducing neck
pain.
For more personalized advice and guidance, schedule
a visit with your New Roads chiropractor today at
New Roads Chiropractic Center. We’ll talk more about how you can take control of
your neck pain and enjoy a more pain-free life.