Neck Pain

You might be itching to crack your neck when you feel the slightest discomfort or pain in the area. Maybe cracking your neck is out of habit. You may think that it's perfectly safe and an effective way to relieve tension since you've been doing it for quite some time. However, the surprising truth is that it can make your neck pain worse. Have you seen those ASMR chiropractor videos where you hear cracking, popping sounds? You probably thought, "Oh, that sounds relaxing." Well, chiropractic adjustments do not involve pain. Without the help of a chiropractor, making these adjustments by [...]

So many people have benefited from the services of a chiropractor for neck pain in Escondido. Given the city’s many places to engage in outdoor sports and activities, it is not unusual to hear about pain from people of all ages. At Daley Ranch, outdoor lovers congregate to hike, run, ride a bicycle, or enjoy a gallop at the equestrian trails. Over at Del Dios Highlands Reserve, the adrenaline junkies pump their high-end, hydraulic-supported mountain bikes.  With a place so rich in outdoor activity options, a few bumps along the way are expected. Fortunately, for both the easy-going and the [...]

Every chiropractor for neck pain in Escondido, California is doing good work for patients. The problem is a real pain in the neck. Most people don’t know how their neck pain begins.  Neck pain is a common occurrence because the neck has many movable parts. The cervical spine and the neck have seven vertebrae. These components require a considerable amount of flexibility and strength to function at their best. The top two vertebrae, the atlas (C1) and axis (C2), are responsible for supporting the head's weight, allowing its free movement, and protecting the brainstem within. The neck’s design is partly [...]

As an established chiropractor for neck pain in Escondido, California, I’ve done extensive research about this condition. Through those years of study, I’ve found a connection between cigarette smoking and recurring neck pain.  A 2016 study shared by the Association of Academic Physiatrists California linked cigarette smoking to degenerative disc disease in the cervical spine. Smoking is an unhealthy practice that only causes more damage to multiple parts of the body.  If you happen to be a long-time cigarette smoker, this article should open your eyes to more side effects of this habit. I will delve deep into the dangers it brings [...]

Technology comes at a price, and for your body, that could mean experiencing tech neck. Many Escondido chiropractor experts will agree that, whether for work or play, our overdependence of smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices has resulted in the rising prevalence of neck pain and new neck issues. Not surprisingly, a new term exists that pertains to the neck pain and problems that develop from excessive technology use – tech neck. The Dangers of Too Much Tech for Your Neck Using smartphones or any technology too much puts your neck at risk. Looking down at your phone or tablet [...]

At one time or another, neck pain has gotten the best of almost everyone.  In many cases, neck pain can be attributed to a certain event like a sports injury, car accident, or chalked up to something simple like sleeping in a funny position.  For some people, their neck pain becomes a chronic and nagging part of their everyday life that they’re forced to cope with. Fortunately, there is a chiropractor for neck pain in Escondido that can help them with their health concerns. Neck pain can occur for many reasons, but most commonly arises as a result of: Wear [...]