How Physiotherapy Can Help with Neck & Shoulder Pain from Desk Work - Physiotherapy in Southampton
- loissdolman
- Apr 15
- 2 min read
Staring at a screen all day? You’re not alone – but your neck and shoulders might be suffering…
If you spend hours at a desk, chances are you’ve felt that familiar ache in your neck or shoulders.
At Restored Eden Physiotherapy, our Southampton physiotherapy clinic sees people every week struggling with neck and shoulder pain caused by desk work. But here’s the good news — physiotherapy can help, and in many cases, the results can be life-changing.
Why Is Desk Work Such a Common Cause of Neck & Shoulder Pain?
Working at a desk, whether in an office or working from home, can lead to all kinds of postural problems. The human body simply isn’t designed to sit still for hours on end staring at a screen.
Typical desk habits we see in clients include:
Slouching over a laptop
Sitting with rounded shoulders
Leaning forward with the head extended
Holding tension in the upper shoulders
Rarely standing up or stretching
Over time, these positions overload certain muscles while weakening others, creating imbalance, discomfort, and sometimes even nerve irritation.
The Symptoms to Look Out For
Not sure if your neck or shoulder pain is from your desk job? Some of the most common symptoms we treat at Restored Eden Physiotherapy include:
Aching or stiffness in the neck
Tight shoulders or upper back
Headaches that start at the base of the skull
Tingling or numbness down the arms
Shoulder blade pain
Difficulty turning your head fully
If any of these sound familiar — you’re not alone!
How Physiotherapy Can Help Clients with Neck & Shoulder Pain in Southampton
Physiotherapy is one of the most effective ways to treat and prevent neck and shoulder pain from desk work. At our physio clinic in Southampton, we offer personalised treatment plans designed specifically for you, not just a one-size-fits-all approach.
Our Treatment Process Includes:
Expert Assessment
We’ll take time to understand your symptoms, assess your posture, movement, and identify what’s causing your pain. Learn more.
Hands-On Treatment
Our physiotherapists use manual therapy techniques like massage, joint mobilisations, and trigger point release to relieve tight muscles and improve mobility.
Posture Physiotherapy
We’ll help you set up your desk properly — whether you’re working in an office or from your kitchen table at home. Simple adjustments can make a huge difference.
Bespoke Exercise Programmes
Targeted exercises to stretch tight areas, strengthen weak muscles, and build long-term resilience against pain.
Advice You Can Actually Use
We’re big on practical advice — things you can do at work every day to feel better, like:
Micro-break stretches
Neck and shoulder mobility routines
Breathing exercises to relieve tension
Why Choose Restored Eden Physiotherapy?
We understand the demands of modern working life — and we love helping our local community feel better, move better, and work without pain. If you’re looking for affordable and effective neck or back pain treatment in Southampton, we’re here to help!
Book Physiotherapy Today
Neck and shoulder pain doesn’t have to be part of your daily routine. Let us help you feel like yourself again. Your local Southampton physiotherapy experts for neck pain, shoulder pain, and posture care.
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