Eastwood Osteopathy

One of the commonest problems osteopaths treat is neck pain. There are many reasons for neck or cervical spine pain, and sometimes this can be as a result of changes that occur within the spine as we age. They can be part of the normal ageing process, and sometimes it’s just a niggle but for some the pain can be very debilitating.
As we get older, the discs in our spine ‘dry out’ a little, and as a result get thinner. This can lead to the joint becoming hypermobile, in effec...t moving around more than normal. The body responds to this by trying to stabilise the joint through additional bony growths or ‘spurs’ around the joint. The fluid in the joint that aids movement can also reduce. These changes may restrict the range of movement in the neck, and create additional friction in and around the joint. The shape of the joints can change, and changes in the position of the neck and head, or inflammatory processes within the joint can lead to our supporting muscles becoming fatigued, overstretched and sore; the muscles may spasm and feel tight and a cascade of changes may follow.
For some people these changes occur without causing any symptoms at all, but other people may experience increasing stiffness and restriction of the neck movement. Pain may accompany the stiffness, and can range from a dull aching to shock-like pain, sometimes extending into the arms and hands, with accompanying pins and needles, numbness or weakness.
It is not fully understood why some people with degenerative changes within the spine experience little to no symptoms, whilst others suffer a wide range of issues.
If you’re suffering from neck pain, and you’d like help to understand your symptoms and get relief from pain and discomfort, book an appointment online today for a free consultation to help you decide whether osteopathy is for you.
Osteopaths use a wide range of gentle hands-on techniques that focus on releasing tension, stretching muscles and mobilising joints. This is often used together with exercise and helpful advice designed to help you manage your pain, keep active and maintain the best of health. In some instances you may be referred you to your GP for further investigation.
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I visited Nikki a three weeks ago when I was experiencing a lot of pain with my neck.... Even just turning over in the night or looking R/L when driving was so painful! I cannot believe the difference since visiting Nikki! My movement has returned and I am no longer in pain. Also, the aftercare advice in terms of posture and just a few simple exercises has enabled me to remain pain free and full of movement. I didn't think I'd ever feel right again, so to achieve that in just one sessions speaks volumes about Nikki's level of expertise. Thanks for mending my neck Nikki!!

I visited Nikki a three weeks ago when I was experiencing a lot of pain with my neck.... Even just turning over in the night or looking R/L when driving was so painful! I cannot believe the difference since visiting Nikki! My movement has returned and I am no longer in pain. Also, the aftercare advice in terms of posture and just a few simple exercises has enabled me to remain pain free and full of movement. I didn't think I'd ever feel right again, so to achieve that in just one sessions speaks volumes about Nikki's level of expertise. Thanks for mending my neck Nikki!!