CERVICAL SPINE EXERCISES

Cervical Spine Exercises

Neck pain is a very common symptom, often influenced by both physical and emotional factors. Fortunately, exercise is a very effective tool for combating it, as long as it's used at the right time.

Before starting an exercise routine for neck pain, it's vital that certain conditions be met to ensure your safety and the effectiveness of the treatment:

• Rule out warning signs: A healthcare professional must have ruled out any serious problems, such as a hernia, infection, or tumor, through a medical diagnosis.
• Chronic pain: These exercises are most beneficial if the pain lasts more than three months or if it comes and goes frequently.
• Mild pain: If your pain is very severe at the moment, it's recommended that you first look for measures to reduce it before beginning to exercise.
• Consistency: It's essential that you're willing to actively contribute to your recovery.

When these conditions are met, exercise is one of the most scientifically supported methods for relieving pain, improving functionality, and preventing future episodes in the long term.

The beneficial effects of exercise are not immediate. Exercises must be performed regularly and independently for several months.

Specific exercises can:

• Be combined with other treatments: Exercise can complement other methods, such as medications or physical therapy, and help you better manage psychosocial factors that may be influencing your pain.
• Incorporate an active lifestyle: It is highly recommended that you complement your routine with some general aerobic physical activity, such as walking, swimming, or cycling, to avoid a sedentary lifestyle and enhance the benefits of exercise.

It is important to remember that, although there are many exercise options, the key is to find a routine that works for you, as scientific evidence has not yet determined the perfect combination for each case.