🌀 5 Common Reasons for Neck Pain and How We Can Help.

Neck pain is one of the most frequent complaints we hear from patients at Align and Restore Chiropractic — and it’s no surprise. Whether you're a busy parent, office worker, tradie, or student, daily habits can quickly take a toll on your neck. The good news? You don’t have to live with it.

Let’s break down the five most common reasons for neck pain we see at our Pascoe Vale clinic — and how chiropractic care can help you feel like yourself again.

1. Poor Posture (Especially Tech Neck)

Posture is a big one — especially in our modern world. Whether you're spending long hours at a desk, looking down at your phone, or slouching on the couch, your neck is often held in a forward or strained position. Over time, this can lead to muscle fatigue, joint stiffness, and persistent discomfort.

🔍 What we see at our clinic: Many locals come in with “tech neck,” where the head is positioned too far forward from the shoulders — sometimes up to 5–6cm out of alignment!

✅ How we help: We assess your posture in detail, provide gentle spinal adjustments to restore balance, and offer tailored advice to improve your desk setup, phone use, and daily habits.

2. Muscle Tension from Stress

Emotional stress often shows up in the body, particularly around the neck and shoulders. Muscle tightness here can restrict movement and lead to painful trigger points or tension headaches.

🔍 What we see at our clinic: People juggling work, family, and daily responsibilities often carry unrecognised stress in their upper back and neck.

✅ How we help: Our soft tissue techniques, combined with chiropractic adjustments, help release tension and promote relaxation — supporting both your physical and mental wellbeing.

3. Joint Dysfunction or Misalignment

The small joints in your neck (called facet joints) allow your head to move smoothly in all directions. When these joints become restricted or irritated, it can lead to sharp pain, limited movement, or referred symptoms down the arms.

🔍 What we see at our clinic: Many patients experience this kind of pain after a minor injury, sleeping awkwardly, or simply waking up one day with a "locked" neck.

✅ How we help: We perform a thorough chiropractic assessment to pinpoint the affected joints, then use gentle, targeted adjustments to restore motion and ease discomfort.

4. Whiplash and Past Injuries

Even minor car accidents, falls, or sports injuries can result in whiplash — a sudden movement of the neck that strains the muscles, ligaments, and joints. Unfortunately, the effects of whiplash often linger or reappear months later.

🔍 What we see at our clinic: Patients often come in weeks or even years after an accident, still feeling the after-effects in their neck, shoulders, or upper back.

✅ How we help: Our chiropractors are trained in assessing and managing whiplash-related issues, with a focus on restoring movement, reducing inflammation, and preventing long-term complications.

5. Age-Related Changes and Wear & Tear

As we age, the discs in our neck naturally lose hydration, and arthritis may develop in the spine. These changes can contribute to chronic stiffness, inflammation, and reduced neck mobility.

🔍 What we see at our clinic: Older adults often report difficulty turning their head while driving, or persistent dull pain that worsens in cold or damp weather.

✅ How we help: Chiropractic care can improve joint mobility, reduce inflammation, and enhance quality of life — even in the presence of arthritis or disc degeneration.

👐 How Align and Restore Chiropractic in Pascoe Vale Can Help

At our clinic, we go beyond just treating your symptoms — we aim to identify the root cause of your neck pain and create a personalised care plan to support long-term relief.

✅ We use gentle, evidence-based techniques
✅ We explain your condition in clear, simple terms
✅ We tailor your care based on your age, lifestyle, and goals
✅ We help you improve posture, reduce stress, and stay pain-free

Whether your neck pain is new or something you've been living with for years, we're here to help you move better and feel your best.

📍 Book your appointment today at Align and Restore Chiropractic in Pascoe Vale — and let’s get to the bottom of your neck pain.