Health Update: Neck Pain
 
Neck Pain Exercise Options:
 

(**Click on Attachment in the email to view Exercise Pics)
You can also Click Here to watch the VIDEO explanation>>
 
http://www.screencast.com/users/jfw5dc/folders/Jing/media/f26fbc6d-795a-4f3d-b476-dc70cbd46ea4
 
 
Click on Attachment to view Exercises because they can only be
viewed within the attachment or explained in the Video
 
   Warning: If you are having any neck pain or back pain symptoms
please consult a healthcare professional such as a Chiropractor or
other healthcare physician dealing with back and neck pain. These
exercises are not to replace any diagnosis, treatment, or
evaluation from a healthcare professional. Please proceed with
extreme caution. (Please read complete Medical Disclaimer at
bottom). Pass this email along to anyone experiencing Neck pain
that you know.

Exercise for the neck is very important since weak muscles are
related to many painful conditions of the neck and, can contribute
to fatigue, irritability, headache, sleep loss, and more.  When
done correctly (perform slowly, staying within "reasonable" pain
boundaries), they can increase your range of motion, reduce
stiffness/tightness, and strengthen your neck muscles. 

    The exercises combine range of motion (ROM) against
light/partial resistance in 4 directions (forwards, backwards, and
L/R side bending).  To do these correctly: Similar to an arm
wrestling contest:

1. Push your head into your hand while moving the head to the end
of the range, "...letting the head win" (See A, C, E, G). 

2. Repeat this going back in the opposite direction by "letting the
hand win" (see B, D, F, H), again, moving through the entire range
of motion.  ALWAYS push the head into the hands, Make sure you move
the head against resistance in BOTH directions, 3 times each (A-B
then B-A x3; C-D then D-C x3) then, (E-F then F-E x3, and lastly,
G-H then H-G, x3 reps). The trick is doing this VERY slowly (to
build motor control and coordination) and to move through the
entire "comfortable" range of motion.  Repeat 3x slowly.  If pain
worsens, lighten up on the amount of pressure used or, stop the
movement just prior to the sharp pain onset. If you can't make it
to the end of the movement due to pain, make a note of how many
reps it took before the onset or increase of pain and how far you
could move your head. Do 3 slow reps and then move to the next
exercise direction. 

(**Click on Attachment Or watch VIDEO in the email to view Exercise
Pics)
 
Head "wins"     
Hand "wins"     
Head "wins"     
Hand "wins"
 
Head "wins"     
Hand "wins"     
Head "wins"     
Hands "wins"
(The arrow represents the direction the head is moving and the
hands are resisting, but not stopping, the movement; Use light
pressure through the full ROM)

    These exercises can be performed 1 to 3x/day, according to
tolerance, and will increase ROM, increase strength, and build
coordination, all at the same time.  Feel free to contact our
office for additional exercises or to answer any questions
concerning you, your loved ones, or friends.
  
YOU MAY BE A CANDIDATE FOR CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR YOUR NECK PAIN

To make an appointment for an Evalution or Treatment

E-Mail: drweisz@drweisz.com or CALL 773-598-5851



    

            Dr. Weisz, D.C.


Chiropractical Solutions & Massage

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The best way to maintain health is:
*eat well
*exercise
*regular Chiropractic adjustments for a healthy nervous
*Massages to maintain a healthy muscular system
* positive mental outlook


Please Read: Medical Disclaimer

The exercises, dietary suggestions and other techniques referenced
or described within are not intended to take the place of medical
advice or diagnosis. The author accepts no liability for any injury
arising from adoption of the suggestions described in the material
and makes no claim or guarantee as to the outcome or results of
applying enclosed advice.  The information enclosed should not be
interpreted as a substitute for a physician consultation or
treatment. Please consult a physician if you are having any
symptoms or before making any changes to your diet or exercise
regime.
 
 
 

 

 

 

        
