Neck Pain and Tinnitus

Neck problems may be related to tinnitus. Neck strain, whiplash and degenerative changes in the cervical spine may predispose one to, aggravate possibly cause tinnitus. A few days wearing a soft neck brace may confirm the relationship. Proper ergonomics, especially sitting at a computer, is good advice along with neck exercises, stretches and proper breathing techniques to relieve strain on cervical muscles. Chiropractic evaluation may be helpful, especially the upper cervical segments, however, forceful adjusting should be avoided and I often recommend a low force technique called NUCCA and you can find out more about this through the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association.