Say Goodbye to Morning Kinks
By Donna Stark
Are you dealing with another pain in the neck that isn't your spouse, children, dog, boss, or nosy neighbor? If so, you may be happy to hear that your local chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic can help! Especially if the pain is coming from that morning kink you keep waking up with. If you want to start your days on a better foot and in less pain, keep reading. Here are some of their favorite suggestions on how to wake up feeling refreshed and pain-free.
Routine Chiropractic Care
Establishing routine chiropractic care in your life could be one of the best ways to improve your sleep and wake up feeling great! By placing your body in proper alignment, your chiropractor will help ease the muscle tension and correct the joint dysfunction that is causing the pain in your neck to come back every morning. Your chiropractor can also help you figure out which sleeping position is best for your body type and what you can do at home to relax your body even more.
The Right Stuff
Have you considered the fact you might be using the wrong "equipment" while sleeping? Don't know what I mean? Well, just take a walk into your bedroom and look at your bed. What's the condition of your mattress and pillows? Have they seen better days? Two of the biggest causes of neck pain in the morning are unsupportive mattresses and worn out pillows. Most mattresses should be replaced around the eight-year mark and pillows should be replaced every year or so. When it's time to invest in new ones, head to the stores to try them out personally. Your neck (and back!) will thank you for doing so.
No Electronic Zone
Do you tend to scroll through social media on your phone before you finally doze off? If so, that could be one of the culprits to your neck pain too! Holding your head at a weird angle or twisting your neck to see what pictures everyone is posting will eventually lead to a lot of stiffness and pain. Give your neck the rest it deserves by declaring your bed an electronic-free zone. Power down your devices and set them aside when it's time for sleep.
Getting Rid of Neck Pain
Keep the spouse and kids, but kiss your pain in the neck goodbye! With routine chiropractic care at The Joint Chiropractic and some simple changes to your routine, you can start waking up feeling better than ever before!
To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in West Sacramento, Calif.