Looking for neck pain treatment in Plymouth? Ocean City Chiropractic is a GCC-registered chiropractic clinic in the heart of Plymouth city centre. We help people with neck pain, stiffness, tech neck, headaches that start in the neck, and arm pain or tingling caused by trapped nerves — by finding and correcting the root cause, not just easing the symptoms.
Your neck carries your head roughly the weight of a bowling ball all day, every day. Tilt that head forward over a phone or laptop, and the load on your neck multiplies. It's no surprise the modern neck is struggling.
The most common causes we see:
A stiff or sore neck is your body whispering. Listen to it now, and you won't have to hear it scream.
Your first visit is a full consultation and examination, history, posture assessment, movement testing, and orthopaedic and neurological checks to work out exactly which joints, muscles, discs or nerves are involved. Then we explain what we found in plain English, and whether we can help. If your neck needs a GP, a scan or a different specialist, we'll tell you straight.
Every neck is different, so every plan is personal. Yours may include:
Precise corrections to restore movement to stiff neck joints (always gentle — the neck is treated with particular care)
For disc-related neck problems and arm pain from nerve compression
Releasing the tight, guarding muscles across the neck and shoulders
Simple daily changes and exercises so the problem doesn't creep back
Small adjustments to your desk, screen and phone habits that take the load off
Symptoms are an effect, not a cause. We correct the cause then help you keep your neck moving well for the long run.
Many people feel their neck loosen within the first few visits. Correcting the underlying cause, the joint restriction, the posture, the disc irritation takes longer, and we'll map that out at your report of findings so you know exactly what to expect and what it costs. No pressure, no contracts, no tie-ins, no small print.
For most neck pain you can see a chiropractor directly, no GP referral needed. Ocean City Chiropractic is registered with the General Chiropractic Council and based in Plymouth city centre. If your neck pain follows serious trauma, or comes with fever, severe headache unlike any before, or progressive weakness, see your GP or A&E first.
This is the question people are often nervous to ask, so let's answer it properly. Neck adjustments performed by a GCC-registered chiropractor are gentle, precise and carefully screened for. We examine you thoroughly first, use techniques suited to your age and condition, and never adjust where it isn't appropriate. If you'd prefer low-force techniques only, tell us, we have plenty of options.
Yes, cervicogenic headaches (headaches driven by the upper neck) are one of the most common things we treat.
Very possibly. Nerves that supply your arm and hand exit from your neck. When one gets compressed, by a disc bulge or a stiff joint, you can feel it in the arm even when the neck itself doesn't hurt much. That's exactly what your first examination pinpoints, and spinal decompression is designed to help.
It depends on the cause and how long it's been building. A recent stiff neck needs far less care than years of tech neck. You'll get an honest estimate at your report of findings, and we review progress regularly.
Your initial consultation and examination is £65. You'll get a clear personalised plan with exact costs before anything starts. See our pricing page.
Unsure if chiropractic is right for your neck? Book a free phone consultation and speak to a member of the team, no pressure, just honest advice.
