Condition
Neck Pain Physiotherapy in Canberra
Assessment and treatment for postural neck pain, wry neck, whiplash and cervicogenic headaches at NeoPhysio in Florey, Canberra.
Who is this treatment for?
Desk-based workers, drivers, students and anyone with acute or ongoing neck pain and stiffness.
What symptoms does it help?
- Neck stiffness or restricted movement
- Pain between the shoulder blades or into the shoulder
- Headache starting at the base of the skull
- Pain worse after long periods at a screen or driving
- Occasional pins and needles into the arm or hand
When should you see a physiotherapist?
See a neck pain physio if symptoms persist beyond a few days, keep coming back, disturb sleep, or are accompanied by headaches, arm symptoms or dizziness.
What happens during treatment?
A detailed assessment of neck movement, strength and the specific joints and muscles involved. Treatment blends hands-on therapy, dry needling when appropriate, and targeted exercise for the deep neck and shoulder blade muscles.
How long does recovery usually take?
Acute neck pain often improves within 1–3 weeks. Longstanding or work-related neck pain typically responds well over 6–12 weeks alongside changes to your daily loading.
Book an appointment
NeoPhysio consults from 19 Kesteven St, Florey Medical Centre, Florey ACT 2615 — easily accessible from Belconnen, Gungahlin and across Canberra. Online booking is available 24/7.