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Neck pain
Stiff, sore, and not turning like it used to.
Desk hours, phone hours, old injuries, a bad night's sleep: neck pain has plenty of causes. We look at all of it, then explain what we found.
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Sound familiar?
What it often feels like.
- Stiff neck, especially turning to reverse the car
- Aching across the shoulders and upper back
- Headaches that start at the base of the skull
- Woke up and couldn't turn your head
- Pain or tingling into the shoulder or arm
Common causes
Where it often comes from.
- Long hours looking down at screens
- Sleeping awkwardly or an unsupportive pillow
- Old injuries, including car accidents
- Stress and muscle tension
- Joint and disc changes over time
Often it's a mix. Finding your mix is what your first appointment is for.
How we find out
Before we touch anything, we check.
- 01Your storyWhere it hurts, how it started, what makes it better or worse, and the old accidents and injuries.
- 02A thorough checkChiropractic, orthopaedic and neurological testing: movement, joints, muscles, reflexes, sensation and strength.
- 03Posture picturesDigital posture pictures from the front and side, so you can see what we see.
- 04AnswersX-rays only if your check points to them, then a report of findings in plain English, before care starts.
What care involves
A plan you understand, built around you.
We check how each level of your neck moves, test the nerves into your shoulders and arms, and look at your posture from the front and the side.
Care may include specific adjustments to the neck and upper back, exercises, and practical changes to how you sit, work and sleep. Your chiropractor will explain everything before anything starts, and you're always in control of your care.
If we can't help, we'll tell you. No runaround, and no being kept on the books for the sake of it.
In the meantime
Three things you can do today.
Raise your laptop or monitor so you're not looking down all day.
Your pillow should keep your neck level with your spine when you lie on your side.
Slow, comfortable head turns through the day beat holding one position.
General information only. Your chiropractor will tailor advice to you at your appointment.
How it works
Three steps. No guesswork.
- 1TodayBook online or callPick a time online in about a minute, or call 03 9787 8518. No referral needed.
- 2DiscoveryNew patient appointmentWe find out what's wrong and whether we can help: your story, posture pictures, and a thorough check of your spine and nerves.
- 3You get answersReport of findings appointmentWhat we found, in plain English, and what we'd do about it. If we can help and you haven't already had your first adjustment, today's the day.
What people say
Don't take our word for it.
2025 WinnerQuality Business Awards: Best Chiropractor in the Shire of Mornington Peninsula"I cannot speak highly enough of the staff here … Dr Ben was so patient and answered all my questions without rushing me out the door … the clinic itself is just beautiful and welcoming."
"Such a friendly practice … [Dr Ryan] is fantastic at making you feel comfortable."
"It's rare to find a place that takes this much time to go over your history … the whole team makes you feel right at home."
Excerpts from Google reviews, about people's experience of the clinic. They are not claims about results, which vary from person to person. Read all 262 reviews on Google →
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Book online today. Pay $125, not $195.
The same new patient appointment, the full Discovery, for $70 less when you book it here on the website.
- 30–40 minutes with Dr Ryan Tan or Dr Ben Carvosso
- Your story and health history, start to finish
- Digital posture pictures, so you can see it for yourself
- A thorough chiropractic, orthopaedic and neurological check
- Foot scans, if you need them
- HICAPS on the spot: your health fund rebate comes off at the desk
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Is it safe to have my neck adjusted?
Your chiropractor will assess your neck thoroughly first, explain the options and ask for your consent. You can say no to anything at any time.
Why does my neck pain cause headaches?
The upper neck shares nerve pathways with the head, so irritation there often shows up as a headache.
What if my arm tingles too?
Tell us when you book. Arm symptoms often come from the neck, and we test the nerves as part of your check.
More than a sore spot
Your spine talks to your brain.
The muscles around every vertebra are packed with sensors that tell your brain where your body is and how it's moving. When a joint stops moving well, that conversation breaks down, and pain is one of the signals. That's why we check your spine and nerves, not just where it hurts.
In people with recurrent neck pain, an adjustment reversed an abnormal pattern in how the cerebellum and motor cortex work together during a learning task. In another small trial, 8 weeks of care normalised the cervico-ocular reflex, which helps keep your eyes steady as your trunk moves.
Related
Often seen alongside neck pain.
Done with neck pain?
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