MSK Physiotherapy
Neck Pain
Sudden or gradual neck pain from muscle strains, joint dysfunction, wry neck, whiplash, pinched nerves and more.
Neck pain is a common issue that can affect people of all ages and activity levels. It may develop suddenly following an injury or gradually over time due to prolonged desk work, poor posture, repetitive movements, stress or everyday activities. Because many neck conditions can cause similar symptoms, a thorough assessment is essential to identify the source of your pain and guide the most effective treatment.
Common causes
- Muscle StrainsOverstretching or overloading of the neck muscles, often resulting in pain, tightness and reduced movement.
- Joint DysfunctionStiff or irritated joints in the neck that can cause pain, restricted movement and muscle guarding.
- Acute Wry NeckA sudden onset of neck pain and stiffness that can make turning your head difficult, often developing overnight or after an awkward movement.
- Whiplash InjuriesA sudden forceful movement of the neck, commonly following a motor vehicle accident or sporting injury.
- Disc InjuriesIrritation or degeneration of the discs in the neck that may cause neck pain and sometimes arm pain or numbness.
- Cervical Radiculopathy (Pinched Nerve)Compression or irritation of a nerve in the neck, often causing pain, tingling, numbness or weakness into the arm.
- HeadachesHeadaches originating from the joints or muscles of the neck, often accompanied by neck stiffness.
- Postural Neck PainNeck pain associated with prolonged sitting, computer work or poor posture.
- OsteoarthritisAge-related wear and tear of the neck joints that can lead to pain, stiffness and reduced mobility.
- Referred PainPain felt in the neck that may originate from the shoulder, upper back or surrounding structures.
Assessment & treatment
No two cases of neck pain are the same. Your physiotherapist will complete a comprehensive assessment to determine the cause of your pain and create a treatment plan tailored to your goals, lifestyle and activity level.
Assessment may include:
- 1Discussing your symptoms, medical history and goals
- 2Assessing your posture, neck movement, strength and function
- 3Performing neurological and movement-based clinical tests
- 4Reviewing any X-rays, CT or MRI scans where appropriate
Treatment may include:
- Education about your condition and recovery
- Personalised exercise and mobility programs
- Hands-on therapy, including joint mobilisation, dry needling and soft tissue techniques
- Postural and ergonomic advice
- Activity modification and load management
- Rehabilitation to help you return to work, sport and everyday activities
How Simba Health treats Neck Pain
Our msk physiotherapy clinicians assess the cause of your symptoms and build a personalised, evidence-based plan to treat Neck Pain. With no GP referral required and initial appointments from $99, you can start care quickly at a clinic near you.
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Frequently asked questions
No. You can book msk physiotherapy directly at Simba Health with no GP referral, so you can start treatment for Neck Pain without delay. Initial appointments start from $99. A referral may still help if you're claiming under a care plan.
Neck Pain is treated under our msk physiotherapy service, with initial consultations from $99 and lower follow-up fees. We keep our pricing transparent so you know what to expect before your appointment.
Our msk physiotherapy clinicians assess the underlying cause of your symptoms, then build a personalised, evidence-based treatment plan for Neck Pain. Many people start to notice improvement once the right plan is underway.
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