CyberPT Physical Therapy Forum : Neck Popping...is it a concern http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:58:03 +0000 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:27:11 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 11.03 360 www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=744 <![CDATA[CyberPT Physical Therapy Forum]]> http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/forum_images/pt_logo.gif http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/ <![CDATA[Neck Popping...is it a concern : Our user asked: &#034;Hi, For...]]> http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/forum_posts.asp?TID=744&PID=917&title=neck-poppingis-it-a-concern#917 Author: Ask a PT
Subject: 744
Posted: Oct 07 2010 at 1:27pm

Our user asked: "Hi, For the past three weeks I've had a fair amount of 'popping' in the back of my neck (especially in the nuchal area). I don't have any pain/tingling, but it's pretty annoying, so I find that I don't tend to move my neck as much. I have tried some basic stretching exercises, which seem to help, as does sleeping with a different pillow. I'm a student, so spend quite a bit of time reading and on the computer. The onset of this condition was fairly sudden, but I don't remember any injuries or strains. I have a feeling that my posture is to blame, but need to know whether or not I need to consult a specialist at this point and/or what I can do at home to help. If I do need to see someone, do you suggest a DPT or an orthopedist? Thanks!"
 
Ask a PT Response: "You mentioned that correcting your posture and utilizing a different pillow has helped with your condition. It is believed that popping occurs as a result of air being released from the joint. Are you experiencing any pain, numbness/tingling or any other symptoms along with the popping? If you are, it may be a good idea to seek out further medical attention from a PT or ortho."
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