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Neck Pain Doctors in Lenexa, KS

Physical Therapy Clinic for Neck Pain in Lenexa, KS

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Common Causes of Neck Pain

Neck pain often arises from postural or movement changes, injuries, or degenerative conditions. Oftentimes, neck pain can be related to maladaptive loading of the tissues leading to generalized inflammation and pain.

Common neck conditions include cervical spondylosis (arthritis of the neck), which can lead to pain and stiffness. A herniated disc in the cervical spine can compress nerves, causing pain that may radiate into the shoulders or arms. Muscle strains from maladaptive postures or acute injuries, such as whiplash, are also frequent causes of neck pain.

How Physical Therapists Treat Neck Pain

Physical therapy for neck pain focuses on reducing pain and restoring function. Techniques include manual therapy to relieve muscle tension and improve spinal mechanics. Therapists provide exercises to strengthen the neck and upper back muscles, enhancing stability and postural tolerance. Stretching exercises are also prescribed to improve flexibility and reduce stiffness. Therapists will take a global approach to see how adjacent body regions like the thoracic spine and shoulder may be contributing to neck pain. Modalities like heat or cold therapy, electrical stimulation, and postural education are used to manage symptoms and support recovery.

Common Diagnoses Treated

  • Cervical Spondylosis

  • Bulged / Herniated Cervical Disc

  • Whiplash

  • Neck Strain

  • Cervical Radiculopathy

  • Degenerative Disc Disease

  • Spinal Stenosis

  • Muscle Spasms

  • Postural Dysfunction

  • Torticollis

  • Osteoarthritis

  • Facet Joint Syndrome

  • Nerve Entrapment

  • Chronic Neck Pain

  • Ligament Sprains

  • Cervical Myelopathy

  • Post-Surgical Rehab

    (e.g., after cervical fusion)