Neck pain is very common. It usually comes from strain on the muscles, joints, ligaments or discs of the neck, and can spread to the upper back, shoulder or arm. Some headaches also start from the neck. These are called cervicogenic headaches.
Physiotherapy helps loosen stiff joints and tight muscles, strengthen the neck and shoulders, and change the habits that keep the pain coming back.
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- Neck pain, stiffness and muscle spasm
- Headaches that start from the neck
- Hands-on treatment and targeted exercises
- Desk, phone and sleeping position advice
- Long hours looking down at a phone or laptop
- Poor sleeping position or pillow
- Sudden awkward movement
- Whiplash or a fall
- Muscle imbalance
- Stress and poor sleep
- Pain in the neck and upper shoulders
- Pain spreading to the upper back or arm
- Stiffness and reduced movement
- Headache at the back of the head, sometimes spreading to the forehead, temples or eyes
How physiotherapy helps
- Assessment: We check neck movement, posture, nerves and the upper back and shoulders.
- Treatment: Joint mobilisation, soft tissue work, and therapies such as spinal traction or SIS where suitable.
- Exercise: Neck and shoulder strengthening and stretches you can do at your desk.
- Habits: Advice on screen height, breaks, pillows and managing stress.
Our doctor is on site and can prescribe pain relief or anti-inflammatory medicine, arrange scans, or discuss an injection if it is needed.
- a sudden, severe headache unlike any before
- neck pain with fever and a stiff neck, or a rash
- weakness, numbness, clumsy hands, dizziness or trouble walking
- neck pain after a significant fall or accident
Book physiotherapy for neck pain
One-to-one sessions with our AHPC-registered physiotherapist at 79 Serangoon Garden Way, from $200 for 45 minutes. Home physiotherapy also available.
Frequently asked questions
Can physiotherapy help headaches?
Yes, if the headaches start from the neck. We will check whether your headaches fit this pattern.
What is the best pillow for neck pain?
One that keeps your neck level with the rest of your spine. We can advise based on how you sleep.
Do I need a referral?
No, you can book physiotherapy directly. If you need medical review, our doctor is on site.
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Information reviewed by our physiotherapy team at Ashford Medical Centre. This page is general information and is not a substitute for a personal assessment.
