Neck Pain

Our necks are a delicate, hard-working part of the body. It connects the body to the head, which makes it very prone to strains and damage. The neck contains seven vertebral bones, which all lead into the cervical spine and support your head, which weighs 10 pounds on average. Neck bones get support from a system of muscles, nerves, and tendons, and the bones are separated by vertebral discs, which extend into the upper back and spine. Neck pain is also a fairly common problem, with roughly two-thirds of the population dealing with it at some point.

People who experience neck pain regularly often turn to chiropractors for help. At Back Pain, Neck Pain & Headache Relief Center of Pleasanton, our patients not only find relief from pain, but chiropractic care also addresses the source of their chronic aches, twinges, and throbs.

Neck pain is often a common symptom of back problems, arthritis, and muscle strains. When a person has neck pain, it stems from discomfort in one of the neck structures. Neck pain is a result of a range of issues, including:

• Muscle strains and muscle spasms
• Infections of the neck
• Arthritis of the spine
• Herniated disk/pinched nerves
• Lack of support while sleeping
• Stress, anxiety, and tension
• Whiplash injuries from the car accident