Neck and Shoulder Pain
Causes include:
- Muscle stiffness due to poor posture or overuse
- Muscle, tendon and ligament injuries
- Osteoarthritis - wear and tear of the cartilage of the joints
- Slipped Disc - degeneration or injury to the shock absorbing discs
- Frozen Shoulder - inflammation and painful restriction of the shoulder
- Bursitis - inflammation of the fluid-filled cushion that protects the muscles and tendons from rubbing on the bone
Treatment:
- Stretching, massage and articulation techniques
- Rehabilitation and stretching programme
- Aftercare advice
- Preventative and postural advice
