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Neck Pain
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Many conditions have
been blamed for causing neck pain including muscle
strain, disc bulges, degeneration, etc. Recent
evidence implicates small tears in the outer,
harder part of the disc allowing seepage of the
inner disc fluid. When this fluid comes into contact
with the many nerves penetrating the outer portion
of the disc, neck pain is produced. |
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| Our treatment focuses
on specific exercises to remove pressure and irritation
on these nerves. Often this can be accomplished
with home exercises. Occasionally, specialized
therapist techniques or utilization of specialized
equipment such as Traction is required. Once the
disc has stabilized, re-education of weakened
muscles of the spine utilizing the EWC-40 and
strengthening of the supporting muscles of the
neck is essential for pain reduction and avoiding
re-injury. |
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Physical therapy
focused on restoring normal disc dynamics coupled
with isolated neck strengthening has been proven
effective in treating neck pain. This approach
has been shown to be superior over other treatments
in reducing pain and returning patients to there
normal work and recreational activities. |
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