Symptoms we treat
- Neck stiffness, especially in the morning or after a long day at a screen
- Pain spreading to the shoulders and upper back
- Headaches that start at the back of the head
- Pain, tingling or numbness travelling down the arm into the hand
- Difficulty turning your head — for example while reversing a car or checking traffic on a scooter
Why neck pain happens
- Cervical spondylosis — wear-and-tear changes in the neck bones and discs that become common with age
- “Tech neck” — looking down at a phone or laptop for hours, which strains the neck and upper back
- Sleeping position — a pillow that is too high, too low, or sleeping on your stomach
- Muscle strain and stress, which keep the shoulder and neck muscles tight
- An irritated nerve in the neck, which can send pain or tingling into the arm
How we treat neck pain at Nisarg
Assessment
Dr. Hemal checks how your neck and shoulders move, tests the strength, feeling and reflexes in your arms, looks at how you sit and work, and reviews any X-ray or MRI you have.
Pain relief
We use soft tissue mobilisation for tight muscles, electrotherapy such as TENS and ultrasound, heat, and cervical traction where it suits the problem.
Exercise and posture correction
Gentle exercises restore movement first. Then we strengthen the deep neck muscles and upper back that hold your head up, stretch the tight muscles at the front of the chest and neck, and correct the habits — at your desk, in bed, on the phone — that keep the pain coming back.
Physiotherapist Dr Hemal is good and given proper exercise for cervical spondylosis.
Simple habits that help
- Bring screens up to eye level instead of bending your neck down to them.
- Take a short break every 30 minutes — roll your shoulders and gently turn your head side to side.
- Choose a pillow that keeps your neck straight when you lie on your side.
- Carry bags on both shoulders, or switch sides often.
- Use warmth on stiff muscles for 15–20 minutes before gentle movement.
See a doctor urgently if neck pain comes with:
- An accident or fall, especially with numbness or weakness
- Weakness or clumsiness in the hands, or trouble with balance and walking
- A sudden, severe headache, dizziness, blurred vision, or difficulty speaking or swallowing
- Fever with a stiff neck
Book an assessment with Dr. Hemal
Call or WhatsApp us — we’ll find a time that suits you. No referral needed.
Frequently asked questions
Can cervical spondylosis be cured?
Spondylosis is a normal age-related change in the spine and the change itself doesn’t reverse. But the pain and stiffness it causes usually improve very well with treatment, and the right exercises help keep symptoms away.
Should I wear a cervical collar?
Not for long periods unless your doctor has advised it. Wearing a collar all the time can weaken the neck muscles. We will tell you if a short spell of support makes sense for you.
Which pillow is best for neck pain?
One that keeps your neck in line with the rest of your spine — not so high that your head tips forward, and not so flat that it drops back. We can check your sleeping position and suggest what suits you.
Is neck traction safe?
Traction is used only after an assessment shows it suits your problem, and it is applied gently and adjusted to your comfort. If it isn’t right for you, we use other methods.