Our chiropractic care for osteoarthritis of the neck
Do you suffer from a stiff and painful neck? Do the symptoms increase with exercise or, on the contrary, do you experience more pain after a period of rest? There could then just be osteoarthritis in the neck.
Fortunately, the chiropractors at TOPCHIRO may be able to help you get rid of your symptoms. Are you curious about our options? We would be happy to explain more about our care for osteoarthritis of the neck.
What is osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis involves the entire joint. A joint is a place in the body where two or more bones come together. Between these bones is a layer of cartilage. The cartilage layer keeps the bones from rubbing against each other. This keeps the joints flexible and less likely to wear out. Examples of joints include the knees, shoulders and hips, as well as the neck and spine.
In osteoarthritis, the quality of cartilage decreases. As a result, the joint becomes stiff and the bones are no longer protected as before. In this way, the joint can become inflamed, causing pain and stiffness. In addition, surrounding muscles may become weakened as a result of the osteoarthritis, which also irritates surrounding structures.
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How does osteoarthritis develop?
It is still unclear what exactly causes osteoarthritis. However, it is well known that there are several factors that can affect the development of osteoarthritis. Examples of these factors include heredity, advanced age, obesity, overexertion, rheumatism or having other joint abnormalities, for example, hip dysplasia. Finally, osteoarthritis appears to be up to three times more common in women than in men.
What are the symptoms of osteoarthritis in the neck?
When osteoarthritis of the neck is present, you may suffer from the following symptoms.
Pain complaints
Pain symptoms in osteoarthritis can come in different forms. Some people report being especially bothered by starting pain. In this case, the symptoms are worst after a period of rest, such as after sleeping or sitting. However, others report that symptoms increase with prolonged exercise.
Stiffness
A common complaint with osteoarthritis is stiffness. The stiffness is mainly present in the morning after getting up or after sitting in the same position for a long time. However, it can also be present throughout the day. In this, you may experience difficulty turning or moving the head up and down.
Swelling, redness and heat
When there is active arthritis, the neck may feel warm. The area may also be swollen and red.
Crackling sounds
When moving the neck, you may hear creaking sounds. This in itself is fortunately not dangerous, but it can cause a great deal of inconvenience and anxiety.
So osteoarthritis can cause many different symptoms. However, sometimes the condition also triggers the development of other syndromes. Here you can think of adopting incorrect body positions to compensate for neck pain. In a few cases, osteoarthritis can also lead to a neck hernia. In that case, it is wise to see a doctor.
What can you do about osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis itself unfortunately cannot be cured overnight, but fortunately you can do plenty yourself to slow down the process and reduce symptoms. For example, a healthy lifestyle can help you avoid being overweight and reduce inflammatory reactions in the body. In addition, sufficient and appropriate levels of exercise keep your joints and surrounding structures strong and supple.
Sometimes, however, modifying your lifestyle does not provide sufficient relief from symptoms. In these cases, a visit to the chiropractor can help.
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Chiropractic care for osteoarthritis of the neck
Chiropractic uses manipulations, in which special pressure techniques cause blockages in the musculoskeletal system to be released. This makes the joints between the cervical vertebrae more flexible and increases the range of motion of the neck. The care is usually relatively painless and quickly effective.
In addition, a chiropractor helps restore balance to surrounding vertebrae, which may have begun to compensate for the affected joints. Thus, even though osteoarthritis itself cannot be cured, you will still be relieved of your symptoms because your body will be able to cope better.
Healthcare at TOPCHIRO
TOPCHIRO employs highly experienced chiropractors. We use only personalized care plans specifically tailored to your symptoms and goals. We are not only committed to helping you get rid of symptoms now, but also committed to preventing symptoms in the future. Our international team is always at your service and puts your well-being first in all cases.
Do you have questions or want to make an appointment? Please feel free to contact us without obligation.
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What can TOPCHIRO do for you?
At TOPCHIRO, we naturally and effectively stimulate the healing process to achieve optimal health.
Based on your personal scan and examination results, we create a care plan. This care plan is designed according to your needs and goals. This care plan consists of several phases; an intensive phase, a stabilization phase & a maintenance phase. We consider prevention an important part of the plan of care. The symptoms may be gone, but prevention is necessary to keep the body in balance. We believe it is important to take good care of the body.
TOPCHIRO employs highly experienced chiropractors. Good health is our priority. We can do a lot for you in a wide range of complaints. If you have any questions about chiropractic or would like to make an appointment, don’t hesitate to contact us!
