Neck Pain Treated in Howell, MI
A stiff, sore neck can affect your sleep, your work and even cause headaches. At Family Chiropractic in Howell, MI , Dr. Adam Fasick uses gentle, precise chiropractic care to relieve neck pain and restore comfortable movement, without twisting or popping.
Understanding Your Neck
The neck, or cervical spine, begins at the base of the skull and contains seven small vertebrae. It supports the full weight of your head, about 12 pounds on average, and allows you to turn and tilt your head in nearly every direction. That flexibility is also what makes the neck so vulnerable to pain and injury.
Common Causes of Neck Pain
- Poor posture and “tech neck” from phones, tablets and computers
- Muscle strain and tension from stress
- Whiplash from auto accidents
- Herniated or bulging discs in the neck
- Degenerative disc disease and arthritis
- Sleeping in an awkward position
- Sports injuries and work injuries
Symptoms That Often Come With Neck Pain
Neck problems rarely stay in the neck. You may also experience stiffness and reduced range of motion, headaches, shoulder pain, or pain, numbness and tingling that travels down the arm and into the hand, symptoms that are sometimes mistaken for carpal tunnel syndrome.
Gentle Chiropractic Care for Neck Pain
Many people are nervous about having their neck adjusted. Dr. Adam Fasick’s Sigma Instrument and the Activator Method restore alignment and motion to the cervical spine without twisting, turning, cracking or popping. After a thorough exam and digital X-rays when needed, Dr. Adam creates a plan that may include:
- Gentle cervical adjustments
- Massage therapy to release tight muscles
- Cold laser therapy and Kinesio taping
- Corrective exercises to strengthen posture muscles
- Ergonomic and sleep advice
As one patient shared, a single visit with Dr. Fasick got her back to normal after multiple visits elsewhere had made her neck and shoulder worse. Read more on our testimonials page.
Neck Pain FAQs
Is it safe to have my neck adjusted?
Yes. Dr. Adam uses gentle, low-force techniques for the neck that don’t involve twisting or popping.
Can neck problems cause headaches?
Yes. Tension and misalignment in the neck are among the most common causes of headaches.
Why does my arm tingle when my neck hurts?
Irritated nerves in the neck can send pain, numbness or tingling down the arm and into the hand.
What is tech neck?
Tech neck is strain caused by looking down at phones and computers for long periods, which overloads the neck muscles and joints.
How can I sleep better with neck pain?
Sleep on your back or side with a pillow that keeps your neck in line with your spine. Avoid sleeping on your stomach.
How long does it take to relieve neck pain?
Many patients feel better within a few visits, though chronic or injury-related pain may take longer.
Can chiropractic care help whiplash?
Yes. Gentle adjustments and soft tissue therapies help heal whiplash and restore neck motion.
Turn Your Head Without Pain Again
Get gentle relief from neck pain. Call Family Chiropractic at (517) 376-6836 or request an appointment in Howell, MI .