Pathologies for C1-C7 (Cervical Spine)
Cervical Pain
Cervical pain is a specific back pain that occurs along the 7 vertebrae in the upper section of the spinal column, also known as the cervical spine. It can affect the upper back, neck, shoulders, arms, hands, and even the head.
Certain spinal conditions are associated with this region. Some of them include:
Neck Pain
Neck pain occurs in the upper region of the spine, also known as the cervical spine, at the level of vertebrae C1-C7. The pain can occur either locally in the neck, or it can extend down the back, between shoulder blades, or even upward, sometimes leading to headaches.
Pain Between the Shoulder Blades
Most often, shoulder and neck pain occur together due to their proximity to one another. An issue causing pain in the neck can spread to other parts of the (upper) body, including the shoulders, or even arms or head.
Headaches & Migraines
A specific type of headache can result due to back issues associated with the cervical spine. It is called a cervicogenic headache.
Postural Problems such as Forward Head Posture
Poor posture practices such as maintaining a forward head posture, where your neck is overextended in the forward direction, can lead to straining of the neck, leading to tension and stiffness that may extend beyond the cervical region of the spine.
Cervical Disc Problems
Disc herniation, bulge, or degeneration can all affect the cervical spine, and lead to nerve pinching, causing pain as a result.
Pinched Nerves
Nerves in the neck can become pinched and produce pain due to factors such as discs, bone spurs, or a slipped vertebra rubbing against them.
Muscle Spasms/Strains
Muscle spasms, strains, and sprains are all issues that can cause pain and discomfort in the cervical spine, but thankfully, the Spinal Backrack is able to relieve pain caused by any of them.
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis in the neck can result due to bone spurs or spinal discs that protrude into the spinal canal, making the passage narrower, and potentially rubbing against nerve roots or even the spinal cord, which then results in pain.
