shoulder pain

shoulder pain relief with rehab chiro

shoulder injury and pain

Shoulder pain can arise from various sources, including rotator cuff injuries, labral tears, arthritis, bursitis, or shoulder impingement syndrome, leading to discomfort, stiffness, weakness, and limited arm movement. At Rehab Chiro, our goal is to educate, guide, and get you back into confidently moving. One way our patients become self sufficient is our S

COMMON CAUSES OF NECK PAIN

Many neck pain cases have a clear cause, while others begin gradually without an obvious trigger. Some common factors include:

  • Athletic injuries: Impact sports (e.g., football), repetitive motions (e.g., golf), or activities that strain the neck (e.g., weightlifting) can contribute to neck pain.

  • Arthritis: Degenerative changes can develop over time, causing pain and stiffness, which chiropractic care can help manage.

  • Traumatic injuries: Whiplash from motor vehicle accidents is a well-known contributor.

  • Postural strain: Sleeping in awkward positions or prolonged poor posture can lead to neck discomfort.

Common symptoms to watch for include pain when looking up, or difficulty turning your head to the side of the pain. If you’re experiencing these signs, Rehab Chiro can evaluate and tailor a treatment plan to address both the symptoms and underlying causes.

x-rays aren’t mandatory at Rehab chiro. here’s why..

Imaging are valuable tools when used safely and effectively for patients. However, imaging patients too early can:

  • Expose patients to unnecessary radiation

  • Create fear around normal age-related changes

  • Lead to treatments that don’t address a movement based solution for a movement based problem

According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, immediate x-rays are only necessary if you experience “red flag” symptoms:

  • Recent trauma (car accident, fall, or sudden unplanned injury)

  • Neurological conditions (worsening numbness, tingling, or weakness)

  • Suspected Serious Conditions (history of cancer, unexplained weight loss, fever, or drug use)

  • Persistent pain (no improvement in pain after 4-8 weeks of conservative care)

  • Age Factors (under 18, over 50 years old)

What Sets Us Apart

Sports Medicine

Identify the driver of pain whether that is mechanical or not and collaborate care with the athletes other healthcare providers. Treatment includes but is not limited to chiropractic adjustments, dry needling, soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, functional movement screenings, and rehabilitative exercise.

Evidence-based chiropractic care

Trained to manage both acute and chronic low back pain, guide patients safely through the phases of recover, and screen for conditions that require advanced imaging or referall.

Movement science

Educate, guide, and get patients back into confidently moving

Preventing neck pain with activities of daily living

lower neck upper trap pain

First, consider following us on instagram where we post daily educational videos without giving medical advice. Dr. Eliud Sierra: @the_rehab_chiro and Dr. Renata Mendez: @coach_docc.

Second, consider how you sleep, sit, and move throughout the day.

  • Keep a journal for when and what you are doing when you experience the pain.

  • Remember the worst posture for you is a never changing one. Meaning, get up and walk around every 30 minutes. Humans were not built to be sedentary.

  • With that said, that does not mean that we can’t explore ergonomic support such as lumbar support and cushioning.

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Treatment Options for Neck Pain

At Rehab Chiro, we offer a range of holistic options designed to treat the whole body, not just the symptoms, helping you get back to your life faster. Many patients find relief with:

  • Chiropractic adjustments: Gentle, targeted adjustments can address underlying dysfunction and often reduce neck pain.

  • Dry needling: Helps release muscle tension and promote quicker recovery.

  • Normatec Compression Therapy: Helps reduce pain and inflammation to support healing.

  • Prescriptive exercise programs: Functional, evidence-based routines to restore range of motion and build neck and upper-body strength.

We may also recommend dry needling for neck pain as part of your treatment plan. This technique uses fine, sterile needles to improve blood flow, reduce muscle tension, and support overall tissue health.

trust the process with rehab chiro for neck pain relief

Now is the time to make your neck pain more manageable. Rehab Chiro is here to help and heal. We are experts in persistent aches, unforgiving stiffness, and “I’ve tried everything” type of pain.

Our personalized 1 on 1 treatment plans combine medical evidence with individualized patient care. We are here to guide you, educate, you and get you back into confidently moving.

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