Arthritic Neck Pain: How to Manage Symptoms with Heat Therapy

Arthritis in the neck is a common condition that can cause significant pain and stiffness. If you suffer from arthritic neck pain, you know how difficult it can be to move freely without discomfort. One of the most effective ways to manage this pain is through heat therapy.

In this blog post, we’ll discuss how heat therapy, specifically using our physiotherapist designed heat packs, can help manage the symptoms of arthritic neck pain and improve your quality of life.

How Heat Therapy Helps with Arthritic Neck Pain:

Increases Blood Flow

Heat therapy dilates blood vessels, improving circulation to the affected area and helping to reduce stiffness and inflammation in the neck.

Relaxes Muscles

The soothing warmth of a heat pack helps to relax the muscles surrounding the joints, reducing muscle spasms and alleviating tension.

Enhances Flexibility

By improving blood flow and relaxing muscles, heat therapy can improve the range of motion in the neck, helping you move more comfortably.

Using Heat Packs for Arthritic Neck Pain:

• Apply for 15-20 Minutes: Apply the heat pack to your neck as directed for 15–20 minutes, ensuring it provides warmth directly to the affected joints. Our heat packs are specifically designed to contour to both your upper and lower neck for maximum relief. 
• Use Regularly: To manage arthritis pain, make heat therapy a part of your daily routine, especially in the mornings or during the cooler weather months. It's also great to help warm your muscles up before exercise to help minimise the risk of injury. 

Heat therapy is an effective and non-invasive treatment for arthritic neck pain. Our Physiotherapist designed heat packs, made from high quality, Australian made materials, are an ideal solution for easing discomfort and improving mobility. Try them today and feel the difference!