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Neck Pain is a common condition in Edmonton. It is reported that around 20-25% of Canadians suffer issues with neck pain.
Neck pain can be caused as a result of trauma to the head or neck. Whiplash from car accidents or sporting injuries, can result in isolated neck pain, arm pain or even neurological symptoms and headaches. However, while trauma or injury to the neck can result in neck pain, it is more common that factors such as: posture, flexibility and strength around your neck are the true cause of your neck pain and associated symptoms.
Cervical Nerve Root Compression, or Cervical Radiculopathy, is when the root of a nerve exiting the cervical spine is compressed or impacted. This causes pain and/or associated symptoms to be felt either in the arm or at the neck.
As the nerve has become impacted, it is possible for weakness, numbness or abnormal spinal reflexes to be felt. There are many different causes of Cervical Nerve Root Compression, including disc bulges, osteophytes and disc degeneration.
The Thoracic Outlet is the main passage that your neural, arterial and venous structures take as they leave/enter the trunk/ arm. Its borders are made up of the clavicle and its articulation with the acromio-clavicular joint, the upper ribcage and the surrounding musculature.
Through structural injury or change, as well as through biomechanical change, the Thoracic Outlet can compress or irritate these neural structures or blood vessels, causing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
Degenerative disc disease of the cervical spine typically develops in the aging population equally in terms of patient sex. Patients most commonly present with pain. Treatment for cervical disc disease is centered around decreasing pain, improving function, and minimizing recurrence and duration of symptoms. Treatment typically beings with nonoperative care and physical therapy should start early in the treatment algorithm.
We provide specialized pain relief therapy working towards improving your functional goals
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