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Why Your Neck and Back Tension Won’t Go Away (And What to Do Instead)

Writer's picture: Dr Kathryn TheodosisDr Kathryn Theodosis

Tired of Constant Neck and Back Tension?

If you’ve ever experienced persistent neck and back tension, you know how frustrating it can be. You stretch, get massages, or even take painkillers, but the tightness always seems to return. So why won’t it go away?


The secret lies in understanding how your nervous system holds onto stress and tension. Let’s explore why traditional solutions often fall short and what you can do to create lasting relief.


The Link Between Your Nervous System and Muscle Tension

Your body isn’t just a collection of muscles and bones—it’s an interconnected system where your nervous system plays a critical role. When stress accumulates, your body shifts into fight-or-flight mode, causing your muscles to tighten as a protective response.


While stretching and massage can offer temporary relief, they don’t address the root cause—a nervous system stuck in stress mode. To create long-term change, you need to work with your body’s internal regulation system.


NetworkSpinal Chiropractor working working in the field, with client on a chiropractic table

Why Traditional Approaches Can Fail

Many people rely on painkillers, heat packs, or even cracking their own necks to ease discomfort. But these methods only mask the symptoms. The real issue? Your nervous system is still signalling your body to hold tension.


A Better Way: Releasing Tension at the Source

Instead of forcing relaxation, try nervous system-based techniques that encourage your body to let go of stress naturally. Here are three effective ways to do that:


  1. Gentle Spinal Stimulation

    • Unlike forceful adjustments, gentle techniques like NetworkSpinal encourage the brain to recognise and release tension patterns, leading to long-term relief.

  2. Body Awareness Practices

    • Tuning into how your body holds tension can make a huge difference. Take a few minutes to notice areas of tightness, breathe into them, and allow your body to soften naturally.

  3. Mindful Movement and Breath-work

    • Simple, rhythmic movements paired with intentional breathing can signal your nervous system to shift out of stress mode and into a relaxed state.


The Benefits of Nervous System Healing

By focusing on retraining your nervous system rather than just treating symptoms, you’ll experience:

✔️ Less frequent and less intense tension

✔️ Better posture and movement

✔️ Improved stress resilience

✔️ Increased flexibility and comfort


It’s Time to Break the Cycle

You don’t have to live with constant tension. By addressing the real cause—your nervous system’s response to stress—you can create lasting relief and move through life with greater ease.


Your body is designed to heal. Give it the right support, and you’ll be amazed at the difference!

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