Back to school is an exciting time of the year. However, it can also be a stressful time of the year. Spending additional time in front of screens or sitting at desks can cause neck pain, back pain, and shoulder pain for students. If you or your child is experiencing these issues in Hickory, NC, or the surrounding areas, we can help at Carolina Chiropractic Wellness Group Inc. Keep reading to learn how we can help with back-to-school pains.

Common Back to School Pain 

Several common pain issues are primarily associated with students, especially around the back-to-school season. Let's look at a few of these.

Back and shoulder pain: Back and shoulder pain can be caused by many issues, but certain activities such as carrying around heavy book bags or sitting at a desk for long periods will contribute to back pain issues.

Neck pain: Because much school work is now conducted via computers, students spend more and more time looking at a screen. Most computer workstations are not set up to properly align the neck to what the eyes are looking at. When this is the case, the muscles of the neck will overcompensate. This can cause stiffness and pain.

Can a Chiropractor Help?

A chiropractor can be very helpful when dealing with these types of pain issues. Students must be able to find drug-free pain relief options. Chiropractic care will help develop treatment plans that provide all-natural pain relief. These treatments can include spinal adjustment, massage therapy, stretching, and other types of treatment.

A chiropractor will also be able to talk with you and your child about ways they can set up their workstations to better accommodate neck and back health. You can also discuss with the doctor behaviors that may need to be modified to protect the spine and the muscles of the neck and back.

Schedule an Appointment with Our Chiropractor for Back Pain, Neck Pain, and Shoulder Pain Treatment in Hickory, NC

If you would like to learn more about our services, please contact us at Carolina Chiropractic Wellness Group Inc, serving Hickory, NC, and the surrounding areas. Call us today at (828) 322-4787 for more information or to schedule an appointment with our chiropractor.