Chiropractic care in Houston involves the manipulation of the spine and joints to relieve neck and back pain. It does not involve medicine. The chiropractor uses his hands to adjust and align your spine so you can be free of pain.

Many people who have neck pain opt for chiropractic care. It addresses the twinges, aches, and throbs, helping you have a better quality of life.

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How Does Chiropractic Care Treat Neck Pain in Houston?

Chiropractic care loosens up joints that move poorly and aligns muscles that have been damaged. These two may be causing your pain—like in the case of whiplash, repetitive bad posture, or injury. The chiropractor will use neck adjustments or cervical manipulation.

It loosens up and aligns the joints and muscles of the cervical vertebrae in the neck. The adjustments also reduce pain from muscle spasms and pinched nerves. The cervical adjustments also increase your range of motion, allowing you to do more than you could before.

There are different components to the chiropractic care you get from neck pain. If you commit to regular appointments, chiropractic care will improve your quality of life more than you thought.

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When Did The Pain Start?

Your chiropractor will start by asking questions. They will want to know the first time you remember having pain. They will want to know about your lifestyle and the treatments you are receiving.

They will also ask questions about your medical history. It will help them know if injuries from the past may be the cause of your present problem. It will inform them of the techniques they can use so as not to cause problems with previous injuries.

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Analyzing Your Condition

Your chiropractor will also do neurological and physical exams. They will observe your range of motion, posture, and physical condition. They will use their hands to find out what exactly is wrong. They will note the curvature and alignment of your spine and look to note any pain.

They may also check your shoulder area. During the neurological exam, the chiropractor will check for nerve changes, muscle strength, and reflexes.

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Cervical Adjustments

During the cervical adjustments, there may be cracking and popping sounds. They should not scare you; they are the sound made from the release of pressure on the joints. Where there is excessive stress on muscles and bones, chiropractic adjustment aligns them. As the muscles and bones align, they release pressure. It is the crack or pop sound you hear.

Cervical adjustments are gentle, and they have minimal discomfort. They increase your range of motion and balance and bring relief from pain.

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Working On Muscles And Tissue

The chiropractor works on the joints in the cervical spine area, together with the muscles and tissues. The alignment and strengthening techniques will help muscles regain their tone. When your joints have more range of motion and your muscles have strength, it improves your posture.

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Stretching And Rehabilitation

Whether you are standing or sitting, there are exercises you can do. These exercises will help rehabilitate the muscles and joints in your neck and upper back. Your chiropractor will help you with this. You will be able to help tense muscles relax, and weak muscles become strong. Do your stretches and strengthening and you will feel much better sooner than you think.

For more information on chiropractic care, visit Westchase Wellness Chiropractic Center at our office in Houston, Texas. You can also call (281) 493-6886 to schedule an appointment today.