When Lisa M., a 36-year-old remote project manager, came to Brooklyn Pain Doctors clinic, she had been living with daily neck pain, shoulder tension, and headaches for nearly two years.
She spent long hours working at a laptop, often without ergonomic support. Over time, she developed what’s commonly known as “tech neck”—a modern condition where poor posture leads to muscular strain and joint dysfunction.
Her symptoms included:
Tight, burning pain in the upper trapezius and neck
Headaches starting at the base of the skull
Tingling down the right arm after long work sessions
Limited neck rotation and stiffness, especially in the morning
Lisa had tried massages and medications, but the relief was always temporary. She wanted a long-term, non-invasive solution.
Our team performed a detailed postural and movement assessment, revealing:
Forward head posture (FHP) and rounded shoulders
Reduced cervical spine mobility
Trigger points in the upper traps, levator scapulae, and suboccipital muscles
Mild nerve tension through the brachial plexus
Weak deep neck flexors and scapular stabilizers
The good news? Lisa didn’t need surgery or injections—just a smart, integrative approach.
We designed a 6–8 week conservative care plan tailored to her condition and lifestyle:
✅ Acupuncture (2x/week):
To reduce muscular tension, improve blood flow, and relieve nerve irritation in the neck and shoulders.
✅ Manual Physical Therapy:
Soft tissue mobilization, suboccipital release, and joint mobilization to improve cervical mobility and reduce headaches.
✅ Postural Retraining:
Correction of forward head and rounded shoulder posture through mirror-feedback and neuromuscular re-education.
✅ Strengthening Program:
Exercises for deep cervical flexors, scapular retractors, and upper back muscles to support long-term posture.
✅ Ergonomic Coaching:
Workstation adjustments, screen height changes, and break protocols for her remote job.