Neck Pain?
We See This
Every Day.
Chiropractic-Led · Multi-Disciplinary Care · 5 Clinics
Neck pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a chiropractor — and a presentation our team sees every day across all 5 WYLD clinics. From text neck and postural strain to whiplash and cervical disc issues, our chiropractors assess your cervical spine thoroughly before recommending any course of care.
Your Neck.
Our Focus.
Neck pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a chiropractor. At WYLD, our chiropractors focus on the function of your cervical spine — the 7 vertebrae that support your head, protect your spinal cord and allow the remarkable range of motion your neck requires.
Through hands-on assessment and cervical adjustment, chiropractic care aims to restore normal joint movement, reduce nerve irritation and support the body's own capacity to heal and adapt. Our chiropractors regularly work with patients presenting with stiff neck, text neck from device use, tension headaches originating from the cervical spine, whiplash, and pain that radiates into the shoulder or arm.
At WYLD, chiropractic care for the neck is supported by our physiotherapy, massage and acupuncture teams — all working under one roof. Massage therapy in particular is commonly used alongside chiropractic care to address the muscular tension that accompanies most neck complaints.
Book a Chiropractic AssessmentWhy Does Neck Pain Happen?
Neck pain rarely has a single cause. These are the presentations our chiropractors most commonly see in clinic.
Text Neck & Screen Use
Looking down at phones, tablets and laptops places enormous load on the cervical spine — up to 27kg of effective force at 60 degrees of flexion. Over months and years, this sustained posture can cause muscular fatigue, joint stiffness and nerve irritation.
Cervical Disc Issues
The discs between your cervical vertebrae can bulge, herniate or degenerate — irritating nearby nerves and potentially producing pain, numbness or tingling that radiates into the shoulder, arm or hand.
Joint Restriction
The facet joints of the cervical spine guide movement. When these joints become stiff or restricted — through poor posture, sleeping position or lack of movement — the result is often a stiff, painful neck with reduced ability to turn or tilt your head.
Muscular Tension & Stress
The muscles of the neck and upper shoulders — particularly the trapezius, levator scapulae and suboccipitals — are among the first to tighten under physical or emotional stress. Chronic tension here is one of the most common causes of neck pain and tension headaches.
Whiplash & Trauma
Sudden acceleration-deceleration forces — most commonly from car accidents but also sport and falls — can strain the ligaments, muscles and joints of the cervical spine. Whiplash symptoms can appear hours or days after the event. ACC may cover your care.
Sleeping Position
Waking with a stiff or painful neck is extremely common. Unsupportive pillows, stomach sleeping or awkward sleeping positions can place sustained strain on the cervical joints and muscles throughout the night.
Beyond the
Adjustment.
While chiropractic care is our primary approach for neck pain, many patients benefit from the combined expertise of our full clinical team — particularly massage therapy for the muscular tension that accompanies most neck complaints.
Physiotherapy — Our physiotherapists focus on rehabilitation, postural correction and dry needling to address muscular imbalance in the neck and upper back. Often recommended alongside chiropractic care for patients with whiplash or workplace-related neck strain.
Massage Therapy — Neck and upper back tension is one of the most common reasons people seek massage. Deep tissue and remedial massage can help release the trapezius, levator scapulae and suboccipital muscles — reducing guarding, improving range of motion and supporting recovery between chiropractic visits.
Acupuncture — Our acupuncturists commonly work with patients presenting with chronic neck tension, stress-related muscle guarding and cervicogenic headaches. Acupuncture may support pain management and nervous system regulation.
What to Expect
A thorough, unhurried chiropractic assessment of your cervical spine — because understanding the cause is everything.
Health History
Your chiropractor takes a detailed clinical history — understanding your pain, lifestyle, work, activity levels and any previous injuries or imaging.
Spinal Assessment
A hands-on examination including range of motion testing, orthopaedic tests, neurological screening and spinal palpation to identify areas of restricted movement.
Clinical Findings
Your chiropractor explains what they've found, discusses whether further imaging may be helpful, and outlines a recommended care plan tailored to your presentation.
Your First Session
If appropriate, chiropractic care may begin at your first visit. Your chiropractor explains everything before proceeding and answers any questions you have.
Injured Your Neck?
ACC Can Help.
If your neck pain is the result of an injury — whether from a car accident, sport, a fall or workplace incident — ACC may subsidise your chiropractic care at WYLD. Whiplash is one of the most common ACC-covered neck presentations we see.
No GP referral is required. Our chiropractors and physiotherapists are registered ACC providers and can lodge a new claim at your first appointment. Simply mention your injury when booking.
WYLD is also recognised by Southern Cross health insurance for chiropractic, physiotherapy and acupuncture.
Book Your Chiropractic Assessment
Select your nearest clinic to book online. New patients welcome. ACC patients — mention your injury (e.g. whiplash, workplace strain) when booking.
Neck Pain FAQ
Neck pain can result from many factors including poor posture, prolonged screen use, sleeping position, cervical disc irritation, joint stiffness, muscle tension, whiplash and stress. Text neck — the forward head posture caused by looking down at devices — is one of the fastest-growing causes of neck pain in Auckland.
Chiropractors are primary healthcare providers who commonly work with patients experiencing neck pain. Chiropractic care focuses on assessing cervical spine function, identifying areas of restricted movement, and using hands-on techniques including cervical adjustment to support the body's natural ability to move and function well. Neck pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a chiropractor.
Yes. Chiropractic care is ACC registered in New Zealand. If your neck pain is the result of an injury — such as whiplash from a car accident — ACC may subsidise your care. No GP referral is required — your chiropractor can lodge a claim at your first appointment.
Both chiropractors and physiotherapists commonly work with neck pain. Chiropractic care typically focuses on cervical spine alignment and joint function through adjustment, while physiotherapy emphasises rehabilitation, postural correction and dry needling. At WYLD, both disciplines work under one roof — and our team can guide you to the most appropriate starting point based on your presentation.
Text neck is a modern term describing the forward head posture and cervical strain caused by prolonged use of phones, tablets and laptops. Looking down at a device at 60 degrees places approximately 27kg of effective force on the cervical spine — significantly more than the 5kg your head weighs in neutral position. Over time, this sustained posture can contribute to joint stiffness, muscular fatigue and nerve irritation.
Yes. Cervicogenic headaches — headaches originating from the joints, muscles or nerves of the upper cervical spine — are extremely common. They often present as a dull ache at the base of the skull that can radiate to the forehead, temples or behind the eyes. Our chiropractors commonly work with patients presenting with this type of headache.
WYLD has 5 Auckland clinics: Ponsonby (20 Jervois Road), Newmarket (2A Railway Street), Takapuna (439 Lake Road), Howick (128 Picton Street) and Birkenhead (119 Birkenhead Avenue). All offer chiropractic, physiotherapy, massage and acupuncture. Open 7 days.
5 Auckland Clinics
"Neck pain is one of the most common presentations across all 5 WYLD clinics — our chiropractors and multi-disciplinary team are here to help."
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