NECK PAIN
Neck pain can make driving, desk work, sleeping, exercise and turning your head uncomfortable.
At FITE Health Physiotherapy in Chester-le-Street, we assess neck pain, whiplash, trapped nerves, cervicogenic headaches, muscle tension and sports-related neck injuries.
We assess your symptoms, movement and strength to understand the factors contributing to your pain, then build a personalised rehabilitation programme around your goals.
Treatment may include movement exercises, progressive strengthening, hands-on care where appropriate and practical advice to help you manage symptoms and return to everyday activities.
Flexible early morning and evening appointments help you fit physiotherapy around work, family and training.
Neck pain can develop gradually or follow an injury. Symptoms may include stiffness, muscle tightness, headaches or pain travelling towards the shoulder or arm.
Your first appointment includes a detailed assessment covering:
• Your symptoms and medical history
• Previous injuries or accidents
• Activities that ease or aggravate symptoms
• Neck and upper back movement
• Muscle strength and endurance
• Joint mobility and nerve function where relevant
• Headaches or arm symptoms
• Your work, sport and everyday activities
We explain our findings in plain language and agree a personalised rehabilitation programme around your goals.
Neck Conditions We Assess
Neck Pain and Stiffness
Pain, tightness or reduced movement can affect turning your head, driving, working and sleeping. Your assessment explores your symptoms and the demands of your daily routine.
Whiplash
Following a road accident or other sudden neck movement, rehabilitation is tailored to your symptoms, movement and stage of recovery.
Neck Pain with Arm Symptoms
Pain travelling into the shoulder or arm, pins and needles, numbness or weakness may need assessment of nerve function alongside neck movement and strength.
Cervicogenic Headaches
Some headaches are associated with the neck. We assess whether neck movement and muscle function may be contributing and advise on appropriate next steps.
Sports and Work Related Neck Pain
We tailor rehabilitation to your occupation, training and the activities you want to return to.
Persistent Neck Pain
For recurring or long-standing symptoms, we agree a manageable plan combining exercise, education and strategies for everyday activity.
What Can Contribute to Neck Pain?
Neck symptoms can be influenced by prolonged desk work, repetitive activity, muscle tension, sleep position, lifting, sports injuries or previous trauma. Disc, joint or nerve-related problems may also contribute. Assessment helps identify the factors relevant to you.
Symptoms We Commonly Assess
Neck pain and stiffness; pain turning your head; muscle tightness; pain around the shoulder blades; headaches associated with the neck; arm pain; pins and needles; numbness; weakness; and symptoms during desk work or sport.
When to Seek Advice
Book an assessment for persistent or recurring symptoms, restricted movement or difficulty with daily activities. New or worsening weakness, significant symptoms after an accident, or other concerning changes need prompt medical assessment.
Our Treatment Approach
ASSESS
Every plan starts with a full assessment of your symptoms, movement, strength, and history. We take the time to properly understand your pain and your goals, so we can identify the real cause, not just treat the symptoms.
TREAT
We find the cause of your symptoms and provide targeted treatment to ease pain and improve mobility. It includes hands-on techniques like joint mobilisation, soft tissue work, massage and muscle release, used alongside exercise rather than instead of it.
EDUCATE
We help you understand your condition, so you have the knowledge to manage it yourself.
REBUILD
Your programme may include neck muscle endurance, shoulder blade control, upper body strengthening and mobility exercises. We progress activity at a manageable pace towards your work, exercise and sporting goals.
PREVENT
We work on your movement, strength, and habits to lower the risk of it happening again.