Top Tips - neck and shoulder problems in hairdressers

Top Tips – neck and shoulder problems in hairdressers

Hairdressers get much more neck and shoulder pain and problems in their forearms and wrists than average.  Standing up for long periods, and holding your arms up in the air while doing intricate repetitive movements can cause aches and pains. In fact, over half of hairdressers get neck and shoulder pain and nearly 2/3 get…

5 Ways To Relieve Neck Pain Fast

5 Ways To Relieve Neck Pain Fast

Almost all of us have suffered from sudden neck pain at some point. But there’s no need to panic – neck pain is rarely a sign of something serious. Most of the time, it comes from being locked in an awkward position for too long. Follow these 5 easy steps to find relief.  Stretch carefully.…

Should You Crack Your Own Neck?

Should You Crack Your Own Neck?

Cracking joints can feel satisfying. Most of us have done it! We’ve even talked about it before on this blog. That satisfying pop (cavitation) is quite harmless and is caused by gas being displaced within the joint cavity. It’s very common and almost everyone has experienced a painless cracking in their knuckles or other joints.…

Neck Arthritis: Why Your Daily Habits Might Be to Blame

Neck Arthritis: Why Your Daily Habits Might Be to Blame

Arthritis – Joint Pain and Stiffness Arthritis is defined as the breakdown of the cartilage around your joints, and this condition can develop anywhere in your body. Neck arthritis is quite common.   Arthritis is actually a normal part of the ageing process. Some of the most common symptoms associated with arthritis (including neck arthritis)…

The Neck Pain Solution No One is Talking About

The Neck Pain Solution No One is Talking About

There is a natural neck pain solution that works better than medication and is far less risky than injections or surgery. This natural neck pain solution is often recommended by many physicians. This natural neck pain solution is also recommended as a first-line treatment by most major healthcare organizations.   So why hasn’t the world…

How to Get Rid of a Stiff Neck

How to Get Rid of a Stiff Neck

Smart Phones and Stiff Necks A stiff neck can often be traced to postural issues that contribute to weakened neck muscles. The majority of us are working on computers and staring down at smartphones for hours on end each day, and that’s left an estimated 20% of us living with daily neck pain over this…

Neck Pain - how to find relief

Neck Pain – how to find relief

An episode of neck pain can quickly hamper your everyday activities. Whether you began experiencing pain due to injury, degenerative spinal changes, or poor posture, it can be difficult to think about anything except the pain. It’s estimated that 70% of people experience neck pain in their life, but you should know there is a…

Is My Arm Pain Coming from My Neck?

Is My Arm Pain Coming from My Neck?

Pain in your hand, wrist, or arm can be frustrating. You don’t realize how much you use your arms and hands until pain, numbness, or tingling gets in the way. Most of us don’t usually wonder “is my arm pain coming from my neck” right off the bat, but it’s actually very common for arm…