Acupuncture For Neck and Back pain
Are you completely clueless about what's the causal factor behind your severe neck and back pain, which leaves you wondering if this has any permanent cure at all? Or are you someone who has tried all sorts of conventional and mainstream medications but hasn’t been able to experience any relief? Well, if you checked any of the boxes, this article is for you.
Sometimes, you might find yourself suddenly experiencing a sore neck or stiff back. Other times, it can gradually develop over months or even years. Neck and back pain can manifest in different ways and in various parts of the body. Common signs and symptoms of neck and back pain may include stiffness, difficulty in moving, overall soreness, sharp and stabbing pains, as well as pain that spreads from the spinal cord radially.
At times, it is even tricky for the doctors to figure out exactly what's causing the stiffness and discomfort. Usually, patients are given pain meds and muscle relaxers to help with the soreness and get some movement back, but that doesn't really fix the underlying problem. Sometimes the pain comes back or gets worse. In some cases, patients might be sent to a physical therapist or chiropractor to work on strengthening their muscles or adjusting their posture and movements to help them feel better in the long run.
Acupuncture is a sure shot solution for this serious issue that doesn't involve relying on habit forming drugs with uncalled for side effects. Many individuals who have attempted physical therapy and even surgery to relieve their neck or back pain are still experiencing discomfort and seeking a different approach to alleviate their symptoms.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the human anatomy and explore how BODHSARA WELLNESS approaches common problems related to it. We will also provide some practical exercises that you can easily do at home to improve your strength and mobility, which can help relieve pain without any harmful side effects.
Neck and back pain from the lenses of Bodhsara Wellness:
The spinal column has bundles of nerves that establishes a communication between the brain and the rest of the body. When the blood vessels or nerves in the cervical spine become twisted or blocked, the stiffness comes into play as the body's reactionary defense mechanism to protect itself from further damages, which in turn affects various parts of the body, including the ears, eyes, and mouth.
Sometimes people don’t realizse that symptoms like tingling in the arms, ringing in the ears, dizziness, and severe back stiffness may be due to nerve blockages that have developed gradually over time.
Here are a few factors that are worsening your neck and back issues:
Nerve compression: This can cause sensations of pain, tingling, or numbness in the neck, shoulder, or arm. It can also lead to decreased mobility, stiffness, muscle atrophy or spasms, and radiating neck and shoulder pain.
Artery blockage: When blood flow is restricted, it can affect the sensory organs in the head, resulting in dizziness, lack of balance, pressure in the head, eye fatigue, hearing loss, tinnitus, and problems with memory and cognitive function.
Spinal cord damage: Serious injuries like car accidents or falls from a height, can permanently damage the spinal cord, potentially causing partial or total paralysis.
Bones/Joints: The vertebrae in your spine are made up of small joints that can degrade over time. This can result in misshapen bones, enlarged or calcified discs, or bulging discs.
Soft tissue: The muscles that support the cervical spine can weaken due to injury or poor posture. Ligaments may also thicken and stiffen over time, compromising the alignment of the spine.
For neck and back pain, there can be a number of root causes. That’s why it’s tricky even for a well qualified physicians to get a hold of the actual causes of neck and back pain despite being fully equipped with the advanced diagnostic tools.
Acupuncture for Neck and Back Pain: A Go To Solution
At BODHSARA WELLNESS, we believe holistic approach is the best way when it comes to uprooting the deep lying conditions. Our qualified acupuncturists not only focus on relieving the symptoms of neck and back pain, such as soreness and muscle spasms, but also take into consideration the bigger picture of a patient's symptoms and lifestyle habits that play a catalytic role in the worsening of the condition. We aim to identify and address the very root cause of the pain, so that there’s no revival of it.
Top 4 Tips for Neck and Back Pain Relief
In addition to receiving acupuncture as a form of treatment, there are other ways you can find relief from a stiff neck. Improving your posture, adjusting your sleeping position, and practicing exercises specifically designed for neck and back pain are some of the best remedies you can try at home to take care of yourself.
Acupressure Points for Neck and back pain – simply locate the hollow on the back of the hand between the second and third knuckles;, this is a very effective point for the sore neck and stiffness in the upper back. Gently rotate your head and neck to figure out the side with pain and stiffness. Choose that hand, then apply gentle pressure, making small circles, pressing deeper into the tenderness, for a few minutes. Check again for improved mobility. Repeat on the other hand if necessary.
Exercise to Stretch and Strengthen the Muscles – To relieve tension in your neck, try these simple neck stretches. Start by gently bending your head all the way down and forward, and then all the way back, being careful not to overextend. Next, tilt your head to the right side and then to the left side. Hold on to each position for a considerable number of seconds.
Sleeping posture – Getting a good night's sleep is crucial for preventing neck and back pain. The way you position your back and neck while sleeping plays a key role in this. It's best to sleep on your back or the either side, but not on your belly, as it can give some unnecessary turns and twists to your neck and back tendons. Besides proper positioning, quality sleep is important to trigger healing and prevent inflammation. If you're having trouble sleeping, your acupuncturist will be able to address this as well.
Stay Hydrated – Our spine has special discs made of cartilage, which comprises of 80% water. However, as we grow older, these discs can lose some of their precious water content, which can lead to cervical disc degeneration. To counter this, it's important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
Wrapping up:
Acupuncture for neck and back pain management can be a game changer for you if carried out by a qualified practitioner and accompanied by a healthy lifestyle with correct dietary habits. Listen to your body and take the call accordingly.
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