Care began with a complete examination by KIRO’s doctors. Evaluation revealed tight upper trapezius, anterior neck, and shoulder muscles, limited cervical spine range of motion, and forward head posture, common in people working long hours under stress. A baseline nervous system scan confirmed severely elevated tension throughout the neck, shoulders, and upper back, linking her muscular discomfort to both posture and chronic stress.

Based on these findings, our doctors designed a personalized twelve-week care plan. Care began with twice-weekly chiropractic adjustments targeting the cervical and thoracic spine to improve spinal motion and reduce tension. Hands-on soft tissue therapy focused on the neck, shoulders, and upper back muscles, releasing trigger points and tightness exacerbated by prolonged work hours and stress.

At the four-week mark, her progress was reassessed with a follow-up nervous system scan and range-of-motion evaluation. Though still higher than desired, the nervous system scan demonstrated reduced tension in the shoulders and neck. Her reassessment also showed improved cervical mobility, and a noticeable decrease in headache frequency. Based on these results, the care plan shifted to once-weekly visits with an emphasis on strength, stabilization, and maintaining relief under continued work stress.

Faith was also guided through stress-relief strategies, including posture correction, deep-breathing exercises, and ergonomic desk adjustments to prevent strain during long work sessions. Gentle stretching and mobility exercises were prescribed for the neck, shoulders, and upper back to promote flexibility and circulation.

Over the final four weeks of care, progressive strengthening exercises were introduced to stabilize the upper back and shoulder muscles, combined with ongoing posture coaching and stress-management techniques to support long-term recovery and resilience.