jeudi 29 janvier 2015

Laguna Hills CA Chiropractic Office Helps Keep Your Neck Healthy

By Carla Bergoba


Countless hours spent behind the wheel of a car or slouched forward working at a computer are the reality for millions of people today. Little wonder then that so many people develop spine and neck-related problems. With the guidance of a Laguna Hills chiropractic office residents can keep their necks healthy and avoid needless injury and pain.

Neck problems are on the whole less prevalent than back problems, but they are none the less extremely common. This is a pity since they are usually entirely avoidable. Most chiropractors have a lot of expertise with regard to maintaining neck health and how people can avoid injury and pain.

Foremost in preventing spine and neck problems is prioritizing good posture and ergonomics (one's position in relation to one's environment). In particular, one's posture while seated. Many people spend way too much time seated, which can deform the spine and weaken the muscles that support it.

Weakened back muscles can cause us to slump, which in turn can lead to musculoskeletal stress. This can result in shoulder pain, headaches, jaw pain and neck pain. In the long term, many hours spent in a slumped posture can lead to damage to the spine.

In light of this, chiropractors place great emphasis on good posture and ergonomics. This advice also extends to one's choice of pillow. A good quality, supportive pillow can ensure a good night's rest as well as prevent many neck problems from developing.

If and when neck problems do occur, chiropractors have a number of effective techniques for easing pain and restoring movement. Tension in soft tissues can be released using heat penetration, ultrasound and massage. Misaligned vertebrae can be corrected (and pain reduced) using chiropractic manipulation procedures.




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