Everyone has experienced neck pain at some point. What you may not have known is that you can relieve neck pain right in your own home. Some people call it yoga - other people call it stretching. Whatever you call it, it works. However, you must be certain that the neck pain s not caused by a serious illness. Therefore, it is always consult a doctor or chiropractor before starting any exercise program.

Seek Medical Attention Immediately If:

" The neck pain lasts more than three days or if it is chronic.

" The pain is associated with nausea, vomiting, or dizziness.

" The pain radiates down to your arms or legs.

" The neck pain is the result of an injury.

If your neck pain does not fall under the above conditions, then you might want to try some of the following exercises to relieve the pain in your neck.

Exercises You Can Do at Home to Relieve Neck Pain:

Neck Exercises -

" Neck Stretches Up and Down - Sit cross-legged with your back straight. You will want to inhale slowly. While exhaling, slowly lower your chin to your chest. Repeat the exercise matching your breath five to ten times.

" Neck Stretches Side to Side - In the same position, when you exhale drop your ear to your shoulder. First to your left shoulder and then to your right. Repeat with your breath five to ten times.

" Circle Rolls - Still sitting in the same position, slowly drop your chin to your chest. Roll your head to your right shoulder, then down to center, back up to the left shoulder, and ending back at the center.

Shoulder Exercises -

" Shoulder Shrug - Shrug your shoulders as high as comfortably possible on the inhale. Exhale and completely relax the shoulders letting the arms dangle. Repeat the process for five to ten breaths.

" Shoulder Rolls - Roll your shoulder forward five to ten times. Then slowly roll your shoulders backwards five to ten times.

Arm Exercises -

" Arm Lifts - Standing straight and tall, hold your arm parallel to the ground. Your arms should be straight in front of you. Inhale slowly while you raise your arms above your head. Exhale slowly and lower your arms back down. Repeat the exercise five to ten times.

When to See a Physical Therapist -

Sometimes these exercises are just not enough. You may find you need a little extra boost to help you work through the pain. In these cases, you might find that a physical therapist is right for you. However, you might want to consider seeing more than just a physical therapist.

Did you know that there are chiropractors that work in conjunction with physical therapists? You can receive chiropractic treatment, massage therapy and physical therapy all in the same place. This proves beneficial to many patients. The whole team can work together to make sure you get the proper treatment and are on the road to health and well-being.