From tech posture to old injuries — gentle cervical care produces real results
Neck pain is something we see constantly in Groton. It shows up in students, desk workers, tradespeople, and seniors. The causes vary, but the common thread is usually the same: something in the cervical spine isn't moving the way it should.
A large portion of neck pain patients come to us after an injury — often a car accident or sports impact, sometimes years old. One patient came in with "chronic muscle spasm due to a neck injury" and found relief after care. Old whiplash injuries that were never fully treated are surprisingly common drivers of current neck symptoms.
We also see a growing number of patients whose neck pain traces directly to screen time and forward head posture. For every inch your head moves forward of neutral, the effective load on your neck increases by roughly 10 pounds. After years of device use, that adds up.
Dr. Steve is trained in multiple cervical adjustment techniques, including low-force methods that are appropriate for sensitive or acute conditions. Patients who've been nervous about neck adjustments elsewhere consistently find his approach gentle and comfortable. The initial exam looks at cervical motion, posture, and any neurological signs before treatment begins.
For patients who want to understand what's being done and why, Dr. Steve takes time to explain. Patients describe him as someone who "educates you so you understand your body and can help yourself as well."
The Spine-health.com neck pain resource provides a thorough overview of cervical conditions and treatment approaches, including the evidence base for manipulation.
Call us or request a new patient appointment. Dr. Steve will take the time to understand what’s going on before recommending anything.