The old saying, "A pain in the neck" when referring to someone who is annoying, is funny. However, when one really has this kind of pain, it is another story. Being unable to turn one's head without pain can be excruciating and can last for days. This is when one should investigate a Virginia Beach Chiropractor.

The neck is very intricately constructed, yet is able to balance one's head in such a manner that it can turn with ease. This is no small task and involves many parts, which must work together in harmony. With being able to turn the head in all directions, while remaining in a solid state, it is a wonder there are not more problems with this site than there is.

The neck is the upper part of the spinal column, which means it also has vertebrae, discs, nerve endings, muscles and tendons. If any of these parts becomes damaged or gets out of place then pain is going to occur. Unfortunately this happens many times and can be caused by many situations.

Some people have neck pain caused by whiplash. This can happen when one is in a car accident or in any other situation that suddenly jerks the neck, forcing it in a position that is not natural. With this kind of injury, the pain may not occur for weeks or even months after the event. By careful questioning, the chiropractor can determine if this is the cause of pain.

When one has been in a situation such as this, consulting with a chiropractor is a very good idea. They can determine if the vertebrae are out of place, the muscles or ligaments torn, nerves pinched or something wrong with the discs which are located between the vertebrae. Having someone who is well acquainted with the problems associated with this type of injury is important if a successful program can be initiated.

A Virginia Beach Chiropractor is not only concerned about one's pain but one's all over health as well. Well educated in all parts of the human body, with over six years of intensive training plus clinical work and experience in the field, he or she can not only work on the immediate pain but design a wellness program as well. This will assure one that, when the pain is gone, it is possible to obtain an all over healthy body.