Neck Pain

Neck pain is a common condition that can result from poor posture, repetitive stress, or even injury. Whether it’s caused by a herniated disc, muscle tension, or misalignment, neck pain can affect your daily activities and quality of life. At Newman Chiropractic in Sandhurst, we help patients from Camberley, Bracknell, and across Berkshire address the root causes of neck pain and provide personalised treatment plans to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent further issues.

Common Causes of Neck Pain

Neck pain can be caused by a variety of factors that often involve misalignment, muscle strain, or nerve irritation.

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Postural Factors:

• Forward head posture from prolonged sitting, especially while working on computers or using mobile phones.

• Text neck syndrome due to excessive screen time leading to strain on the neck muscles.

• Poor ergonomics while sitting, sleeping, or standing.

Musculoskeletal Causes:

• Muscle strain or sprain from poor posture or overuse.

• Herniated or bulging discs in the cervical spine pressing on surrounding nerves.

• Whiplash or other injuries from car accidents or sports trauma.

Nerve Compression:

• Cervical radiculopathy (pinched nerves in the neck), causing pain, tingling, or numbness in the arms and hands.

• Osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) leading to narrowing of the spaces in the neck where nerves pass.

Stress and Tension:

• Emotional or physical stress leading to muscle tension in the neck and shoulders.

• Clenching of the jaw or teeth grinding, often due to anxiety or stress, which can radiate to the neck area.

How We Diagnose & Treat Neck Pain

Our approach is to not only address the symptoms but also understand and treat the root causes of your neck pain through a comprehensive chiropractic and functional neurology approach:

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✅ Detailed History & Symptom Review – Comprehensive evaluation of your pain, lifestyle, and daily activities.
✅ Postural & Spinal Assessment – Identifying misalignments and poor posture contributing to neck discomfort.
✅ Functional Movement Screening – Assessing your overall spinal health and movement to detect imbalances.
✅ Neurological Testing – To check for nerve involvement that may be causing pain, tingling, or numbness.
✅ Chiropractic Adjustments & Mobilisation – Restoring proper alignment and reducing pressure on nerves in the cervical spine.
✅ Soft Tissue Therapy & Dry Needling – Relieving muscle tension in the neck, shoulders, and upper back.
✅ Exercise & Rehabilitation Programmes – Targeted exercises to improve neck strength, posture, and mobility.
✅ Ergonomics & Lifestyle Advice – Guidance on improving posture, workstation setup, and sleep habits to prevent recurrence.
✅ Functional Neurology Support – Improving nervous system function and muscle coordination, especially for chronic neck pain.