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Neck and Back Injuries
Sheddon Sports Clinic Oakville

Neck and Back Injuries
Sheddon Physio
June 5, 2023
back, back pain
Post-Operative Rehabilitation

Back and neck pain can have several underlying causes. For example, any changes in the spine’s anatomy can lead to back pain, such as degenerative disc changes, disc herniation, SI joint dysfunction, or osteoarthritis.
Neck pain is most commonly caused by a muscle strain. This can occur in various ways such as whiplash, poor posture, or abnormal sleeping positions. Neck pain can also be caused due to degenerative disc disease, joint sprain, or a cervical herniated disc.
The pain associated with these conditions can range from moderate to severe, and include headaches, but physiotherapy can luckily help ease most (if not all) of the pain
Physiotherapy is an effective treatment for both back and neck pain. The goals and expected outcomes of these treatments include:

Reduction of pain and stiffness. By using passive treatments such as manual therapy, your physiotherapist will help alleviate pain in the affected area an accelerate the healing process.
Development of strength. Your physiotherapist will create a specific exercise plan for your particular needs, which will aid in the strengthening of muscles in the affected area.
Improvement of range of motion. Your physiotherapist will implement flexibility exercises into your treatment plan, which will help increase the range of motion in your back and neck.
Prevention of further issues. By learning proper body mechanics, you can avoid future injuries and prevent pain from recurring.
Improvement of overall quality of life. Physiotherapy can help you return to your normal routine much quicker, allowing for an overall improvement in quality of life.
Your physiotherapy treatments will be split into two categories: passive and active. Passive physiotherapy treatments for back and neck pain may include ice and heat therapies, massage therapy, electrotherapy, or ultrasound. These help in relieving pain, stiffness, and inflammation. Active physiotherapy treatments for back and neck pain may include any stretches and exercises that your physiotherapist deems fit for your specific condition. Active therapy helps to increase strength and flexibility, in addition to relieving pain in the spine and affected muscles.

We are located only 6 min East of Oakville Place and 4 min from Oakville & Milton Humane Society .

The Burlington physio clinic is located only 5 min west of Spencer Smith Park and 6 min north-west of Burlington Beach, on Plains Rd East.

My Website: https://www.sheddonphysio.com/physiotherapy/