Neck Pain
Neck pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal issues, often caused by poor posture, stress, injury, or long hours at a desk. Tight, overactive muscles in the neck and upper back can lead to tension headaches, reduced mobility, and radiating pain into the shoulders or arms. When traditional stretching or massage isn’t enough, dry needling can offer deeper, more lasting relief.
At Sparq Physical Therapy in Castle Rock, CO, we use dry needling as part of a personalized treatment plan to address the root cause of your neck pain. Our goal is to reduce muscle tightness, improve movement, and help you feel more comfortable and in control of your day.
Affected Area
Neck pain often involves the cervical paraspinals, levator scapulae, upper trapezius, and suboccipital muscles. These areas may develop trigger points that refer pain to the head, shoulders, jaw, or arms. Poor posture or previous injury may also lead to compensation in the mid-back, scapular stabilizers, and core.
Symptoms
You may experience stiffness, limited range of motion, sharp or dull pain in the neck, muscle tension, headaches, or pain that radiates into the upper back, shoulders, or arms. Symptoms often worsen with sitting, working at a computer, or looking down at a phone.
Treatments
Dry needling is a safe, targeted way to reduce muscle tension and deactivate trigger points that contribute to neck pain. At Sparq PT, we combine this with other evidence-based techniques to support long-term relief. Your treatment plan may include:
Dry needling to release deep muscle knots and restore mobility
Manual therapy to address joint and soft tissue restrictions
Postural correction exercises to reduce strain on the cervical spine
Strengthening for the neck, shoulders, and upper back
Breathwork and stress reduction strategies to reduce tension-related symptoms
Many patients feel improvement within just a few sessions, especially when dry needling is part of a comprehensive rehab plan.