{"id":1062,"date":"2022-02-09T19:50:18","date_gmt":"2022-02-09T19:50:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fortitudehealthandperformance.com\/?p=1062"},"modified":"2023-05-02T20:57:45","modified_gmt":"2023-05-02T20:57:45","slug":"why-does-my-neck-hurt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fortitudehealthandperformance.com\/why-does-my-neck-hurt\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Does My Neck Hurt?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Believe it or not, the average weight of the human head is a full 11 pounds. That may not seem like a lot, but imagine you had to actually hold that weight in your hands and up above your shoulders all day every day for the rest of your life. That\u2019s exactly the job your neck has to do. What\u2019s more, the bones and muscles of your neck need to work together in perfect harmony for you to move your head around and to do it without pain. This is what really has you Googling \u201cwhy does my neck hurt.\u201d It\u2019s no surprise then that you may experience discomfort and maybe even pain as a result of
postural changes, injuries, and arthritis in and around your neck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Details….<\/h2>\n\n\n\n



If you’ve ever had a stiff neck and couldn’t turn your head for a day or two, you know how completely distracting that pain can be. Those sharp muscle spasms that restrict your ability to move – ouch! However, what many of us don\u2019t realize is that our body may be trying to protect a joint that isn’t moving correctly. Almost every bone in your neck has a pair of sliding joints towards the back called facet joints. If an adhesion forms on those joints or they become \u201cstuck,\u201d your body will try to compensate, and that can lead to other challenges like muscle spasms if not addressed quickly.
If you\u2019re living with neck pain and wondering \u201cwhy does my neck hurt\u201d, here\u2019s what you\u2019ll want to remember\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Sudden injuries, arthritis, and postural issues can all contribute to neck pain.<\/li>
  2. The small sliding joints (facet joints) of your neck can become “stuck” and that condition can lead to muscle spasms and pain.<\/li>
  3. Gentle spinal adjustments combined with daily stretching can help restore the motion of your facet joints and reduce your pain. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    What You Should Do Next…<\/h2>\n\n\n\n


    In short, you can stop wondering \u201cwhy does my neck hurt.\u201d A stiff neck is your body’s way of saying “pay attention”! And even if that stiffness comes and goes, it’s a smart idea to have us evaluate what\u2019s going on. Taking care of small challenges before they become big issues is the definition of being proactive with your health. You can reduce your risk of future episodes of neck pain and stiffness. Whether neck pain is something you know all too well or something you hope to never know, it\u2019s a smart idea to give us a call. We\u2019re your neck pain treatment center in Central Ohio, our doors are open, and we\u2019re here to help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n


    Science Source(s):<\/strong>
    The Cervical Spine Before, During and After Manipulation. The Spine Journal. 2018.<\/a>
    Facet Joint Syndrome. Cedars Sinai. 2021<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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