Neck Pain & Chin Tucks

Neck pain is a common complaint that chiropractors treat on a regular basis. Most people will experience neck pain during their lifetime that requires professional care. Chiropractic is a non-drug, non-surgical option many find appealing because of the many side effects of medications and no one wants to consider surgery unless it’s absolutely necessary and everything else has been tried first. If you are experiencing neck pain, Morgan Chiropractic can help.

The Bone and Joint Decade 2000-2010 Task Force on Neck Pain and Its Associated Disorders published some good, sound statements about neck pain. In most cases, don’t expect anyone to find a single “cause” for your neck pain. Stay as active as you can; simple exercises and reducing mental stress can help. A combination of therapies, including chiropractic care, may be needed. Trying to identify the “cause” of your neck pain is often tricky and sometimes impossible to trace. Don’t worry, that’s “normal” as most patients cannot trace it to one specific cause because it’s multifactorial or caused by more than one event, often over a period of time.

Staying active and performing exercises can greatly help to reduce and sometimes prevent neck pain. One particular exercise that can be done multiple times per day and even in public places, as it’s not too conspicuous, is called chin tucks. Let’s try it together! While sitting, look straight ahead and tuck your chin towards your chest or glide your head backwards. Hold the tucked position until you feel fatigue, which usually takes 5-15 seconds, and then slowly release the head poking your chin forwards in the opposite direction. Looking at this from the side, it sort of looks like a chicken when they walk! Repeat this exercise and emphasize the slow release, as it can help to reduce neck pain.

If you are experiencing neck pain, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with Dr. William Morgan at Morgan Chiropractic. Our team of experts will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that meets your unique needs. Call us today to schedule your appointment.