Care began with a comprehensive examination performed by our team of doctors. The evaluation revealed limited neck range of motion during side-to-side movement, notable muscle tightness at the base of the neck and across the shoulders, and a forward head posture commonly seen in workers with desk jobs. To further assess function, our doctors completed a nervous system scan, which showed elevated tension levels in the neck and upper back: confirming and supporting both the patient’s symptoms and physical exam findings.

Based on these findings, our doctors designed a personalized three-month care plan focused on correcting the underlying causes of her discomfort. Care began with twice-weekly chiropractic adjustments aimed at improving spinal motion in the neck and upper back, paired with hands-on soft tissue therapy to reduce muscular tension and improve movement quality.

At the five-week mark, the doctors reassessed progress by repeating the nervous system scan and re-evaluating range of motion and headache frequency. The scan demonstrated decreased shoulder tension, with only a few remaining areas of tightness in the neck. Improved mobility and a reduction in headaches were also noted. Based on these objective improvements, our doctors confidently transitioned care from twice-weekly visits to once per week and shifted the focus from symptom relief to strength, stabilization, and long-term correction.

Over the following two months, our doctors developed and implemented a set of progressive exercises designed to strengthen the deep stabilizing muscles of the neck and upper back. This was combined with posture-corrective, chest-opening stretches to address muscular imbalances and support lasting postural improvement.

By the end of the three-month care plan, our doctors confirmed resolution of headache-related workday interruptions. A final nervous system scan showed tension levels had returned to a normal range throughout all spinal regions, reinforcing the effectiveness of the care.