Neck and Upper Back Pain

Neck and Upper Back Pain: You’re Not Alone — and You Don’t Have to Live With It

If you’ve ever woken up with a stiff neck, felt tightness between your shoulders after a long workday, or noticed aches creeping in after hours at a screen, you’re not alone. Neck and upper back pain are incredibly common, and for many people, they’ve become part of everyday life. But the good news is: they don’t have to be.

Understanding what’s causing your pain — and getting the right care — can make a huge difference in how you feel day to day.

Why Does Neck and Upper Back Pain Happen?

Our neck and upper back do a lot of work. They support the head, help us move freely, and take the brunt of long hours sitting, scrolling, or working at a desk. Over time, this can lead to:

• Poor posture, like rounded shoulders or a forward head position

• Long periods of sitting or screen time without breaks

• Muscle tension from stress or busy schedules

• Repetitive movements or previous injuries

These factors can slowly build up, leading to stiffness, soreness, headaches, or pain that spreads into the shoulders and arms.

When Pain Starts Affecting Daily Life

Occasional aches happen — but when pain sticks around, limits your movement, or makes simple things like sleeping, working, or exercising uncomfortable, it’s a sign your body needs support. Ignoring it often allows the problem to worsen over time.

That’s where professional care can help.

How Physiotherapy and Chiropractic Care Can Help

At Medical Grade Physiotherapy & Wellness, care is centered around you. The focus isn’t just on temporary relief, but on helping you move better, feel stronger, and get back to your normal routine with confidence.

Physiotherapy: Supporting Movement and Strength

Physiotherapy focuses on understanding how your body moves and why certain areas are under strain. Treatment may include hands-on therapy to ease tight muscles, targeted exercises to improve strength and mobility, and guidance on posture and daily habits. The goal is to reduce pain while addressing the root cause so it doesn’t keep coming back.

Chiropractic Care: Restoring Alignment and Function

Chiropractic care can also play an important role in managing neck and upper back pain. Gentle, precise adjustments help improve joint mobility, reduce tension, and restore proper alignment of the spine. Many people find this leads to improved movement, reduced stiffness, and better overall comfort.

When used together, physiotherapy and chiropractic care can complement each other — helping muscles, joints, and the nervous system work more effectively as a team.

A Personalized, Whole-Body Approach

No two bodies are the same, which is why treatment at Medical Grade Physiotherapy & Wellness is always individualized. Your care plan is built around your lifestyle, your goals, and what your body needs to heal — whether that’s pain relief, improved posture, injury recovery, or long-term prevention.

Just as important, you’ll learn practical tools you can use every day, from simple exercises to posture tips, so you feel empowered in your own recovery.

You Don’t Have to Push Through the Pain

Neck and upper back pain may be common, but it shouldn’t control your life. With the right combination of physiotherapy and chiropractic care, relief is possible — and lasting.

If pain or stiffness has been holding you back, Medical Grade Physiotherapy & Wellness is here to help you move more comfortably, feel more at ease in your body, and get back to doing the things you love.