Cervical Lordosis - Spine, Neck Health, and Headaches

The neck and spine is a complex network of nerves, muscles, and bones that, all things considered, is extremely resilient. When issues occur, however, they can manifest themselves in significant pain and discomfort. One key factor is often creating neck pain or stiffness is a loss of normal cervical lordosis.

What is Cervical Lordosis?

Cervical lordosis is the natural curve that is formed by your neck vertebrae. This curve, when healthy, forms a wide “C” shape with the arched part of the “C” facing toward the front of your body. It is easy to understand the importance of a healthy cervical lordosis, especially when you consider that this of the part of your spine that supports the head while also allowing it to move in such a wide range of motions throughout your life. Through repetitive stress or injuries over the course of time, however, this natural “C” shape can deteriorate and straighten. In some cases, the desired “C” shape can actually reverse. This can cause significant problems and is called reversed cervical lordosis.

Headaches and Other Problems Associated with Reversed Cervical Lordosis

It can be important to keep in mind that to some degree, the curvature of the neck is always in flux. When reversed cervical lordosis occurs due to injury, bad posture, degeneration or repetitive stress, then neck pain, headaches, and stiffness may occur. Since reversed cervical lordosis can take years to develop, pain or stiffness may initially be minor.

Muscle spasms in the neck, if severe enough, can also negatively affect the curvature of the neck.

How Our Sacramento, CA Chiropractor Can Help

Dr. Gregg C. Anderson D.C., our chiropractor in Sacramento, CA has been practicing chiropractic in the Arden-Arcade area of Sacramento since 1996. He has treated thousands of patients including those who are experiencing chronic headaches, stiffness of the neck and discomfort of reversed or unhealthy cervical lordosis. Dr. Anderson D.C. and the team at Anderson Chiropractic offer a range of all-natural chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression techniques, physiotherapy and corrective exercises to help relieve neck and spine issues. If you are experiencing neck or back pain or would like a postural screening for you and members of your family, we encourage you to make an appointment at Anderson Chiropractic. Contact us at 916-485-5433 and ask about our $79 all-inclusive first visit. You can also schedule your visit online and walk-ins are welcome. We think you'll find our office atmosphere professional, yet relaxing and even fun. We schedule patient visits so efficiently you'll find yourself spending a little time in our waiting room. Anderson Chiropractic is located at 3517 Marconi Avenue #102 in Sacramento, CA.