It’s amazing how many people I talk to suffer from neck pain. And strangely, statistics show about 60% more women are likely to develop neck pain than men.

According to an article from the Mayo Clinic, most neck pain is associated with poor posture combined with age-related wear and tear. To help prevent neck pain, keep your head centered over your spine. Some simple changes in your daily routine may help. Consider trying to:

• Use good posture. When standing and sitting, be sure your shoulders are in a straight line over your hips and your ears are directly over your shoulders.
• Take frequent breaks. If you travel long distances or work long hours at your computer, get up, move around and stretch your neck and shoulders.
• Adjust your desk, chair and computer so that the monitor is at eye level. Knees should be slightly lower than hips. Use your chair’s armrests.
• Avoid tucking the phone between your ear and shoulder when you talk. Use a headset or speakerphone instead.
• If you smoke, quit. Smoking can put you at higher risk of developing neck pain.
• Avoid carrying heavy bags with straps over your shoulder. The weight can strain your neck.
• Sleep in a good position. Your head and neck should be aligned with your body. Use a small pillow under your neck. Try sleeping on your back with your thighs elevated on pillows, which will flatten your spinal muscles.

Neck pain can also be caused by an injury but most problems with neck pain are quite often caused by muscle dysfunction so respond very well to massage therapy. Regular massage of the area will go a long way toward eliminating the problem and many people will feel better immediately. Massage therapy is enjoyable and has a multitude of health benefits. Since neck pain can also cause headaches it can be a drug-free approach to relieving the pain.

It is important to note that we listen to our client’s needs. Getting a massage doesn’t mean we’re going to hurt you. Some people do enjoy a deeper massage but we always strive to meet the client’s preference for appropriate pressure. Our upper body massage focuses mostly on the neck, upper back, arms and hands. We provide a convenient massage with innumerable benefits on a comfortable massage chair. You do not need to climb onto a table or remove clothing and no oils are used.