Health Update: Neck Pain
Neck Pain Exercise Options:

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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 to see what the below words mean)
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
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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.