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Neck Pain Risk Factors

Common neck pain risk factors include activities that increase the likelihood of an individual experiencing pain stemming from the cervical vertebrae, discs, and nerves in their neck. Neck pain is something that nearly everyone experiences at some point in their lives. However, there are certain behaviors and actions that can be avoided, which will limit the chance of a person developing chronic neck pain.

Risk Factors

Neck pain can come in a variety of forms, ranging from a mild inconvenience to a debilitating condition. It can be caused by something as innocent as a tweaked nerve from playing with the dog in the yard, or be a constant reminder of a traumatic accident. Yet, neck pain can also be avoided, or at least marginalized, by taking the necessary steps, such as:

• Exercise correctly – strengthening your neck during your workouts is a great way to overcome neck pain and avoid future injury. Just be careful not to overdo it, because neck pain often stems from muscle strain.
• Stretch – proper stretching is absolutely essential before any work out. Additionally, stretching classes, like yoga or Pilates, can be extremely beneficial toward strengthening the neck.
• Quit smoking – smoking can result in loss of bone density and increase the chance of injury later in life.
• Maintain a healthy weight and diet – excess weight puts undue stress on the spine, which can develop into pain. Good nutrition supports health in the neck and throughout the body.
• Practice good posture – ensuring the correct alignment of the spine is essential to avoiding neck pain. This includes sitting, standing and sleeping.
• Try to avoid repetitive activities – excessive bending, twisting or lifting can increase wear and tear on the spine and lead to neck pain. If it is not possible to avoid, stretch properly and take frequent breaks.

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Treatment

If you are suffering from neck pain, despite your best efforts to avoid the risk factors, there are numerous treatment options to consider. In most cases, mild neck pain can be alleviated with a steady course of pain medication, exercise, heat therapy and other conservative, non-invasive treatments. Should your neck pain persist, contact Laser Spine Institute to learn about our revolutionary minimally invasive endoscopic procedures for alleviating pain. Call today for more information and to schedule a free CT scan or MRI review.

Please note: Laser Spine Institute currently does not perform endoscopic procedures on the thoracic spine.