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Neck Pain or Injury

Physiotherapy for Neck Pain or Injury

Neck pain can occur anywhere from the bottom of your head to the top of your shoulders and can sometimes spread to your upper back.  Excessive stress to your neck can result in you feeling a knot, stiffness or pain in your neck muscles that can lead to difficulty in turning your head.

Neck pain can also be associated with headaches, facial pain, shoulder pain, and arm numbness or tingling. Symptoms can also associated with a compressed or irritated nerves in the neck.

Some common causes of acute neck pain include:

  • Carrying a heavy backpack or purse on one shoulder
  • Emotional stress (anxiety/depression) can cause neck muscles to tighten up and become painful
  • Sports injury due to strain from a sudden or unusual neck movement or collision
  • Poor posture when sitting at a screen/book for long periods of time (phone, computer etc)
  • Being in an awkward position for a period of time (Sleeping on your stomach, painting etc)
  • Trauma from a car accident or a fall

Most episodes of neck pain will go away within a few days or weeks, but pain that persists for months could indicate an underlying medical issue that must be addressed. Early treatment intervention is recommended for the most optimal recovery.

Common causes of neck pain:

Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease – The cervical spine experiences wear and tear as we get older.  This is a natural process that sometimes becomes painful and sometimes doesn’t. If a disc degenerates or dries-out enough, it can lead to increased joint and ligament stress and pain or painful irritation of the nerve.

Gradual degeneration of the disc can also lead to a decrease in thickness and buoyancy, compromising space for neural- or circulatory-tissues, potentially contributing to pain and/or “stenosis” (see below).

Herniated Disc – A bulge can develop when the discs’ jelly-like inner layer leaks out through a tear in its protective outer layer (like a bulging balloon filled with water).

This could result from an injury or due to degeneration over time.  If large enough, a herniated disc may press against or indirectly irritate a nerve causing pain (down the arm).

Whiplash – Whiplash occurs when the head and neck are suddenly forced backward and forward immediately afterwards (like the cracking of a whip).  Most common causes of a whiplash are rear-end car collisions, sport-related collisions or common falls. 

The soft tissue along and near the cervical spine can be lengthened, or torn as result from excessive stretch or excessive compression.

Cervical Osteoarthritis – When the cartilage in a cervical facet joint wears down it can lead to osteoarthritis, also known as cervical spondylosis.

The joint becomes enlarged from inflammation, possibly developing bone spur growth.  This space occupying process may lead to nerve compression and pain.  

Cervical Stenosis – Spinal stenosis occurs when degenerative processes lead to a narrowing of the neural canal, potentially compressing different nerve structures.

Central Stenosis –  compression of the spinal cord in the central canal can cause symptoms such as weakness, loss of balance or problems with coordination in the arms, hands, legs, or feet.

Foraminal Stenosis –  compression of the nerve root exiting through the lateral canal.  This can lead to symptoms such as pain (down your arm), numbness, tingling or weakness.

Myofascial Pain – Achy muscles and surrounding connective tissue can cause irritable trigger points in muscles; typically in the upper back or neck.  Trigger point pain may be localized to the muscle or can spread to/from other areas.  

Headaches (cervicogenic headaches) – Neck problems can also affect muscles and nerves connected to the head. This can result in a tension headaches or occipital neuralgia (compression of the occipital nerve).

TM-Joint Dysfunctions – The Temporo-Mandibular joint (TMJ) acts like a sliding hinge, connecting your jawbone to your skull. TMJ disorders can cause pain in your jaw or in the muscles that control it.  It sometimes refers pain into your ear much like an earache. 

In order to ensure necessary stability/strength (biting/chewing) as well as mobility (opening): the TM-joints are supported by an intra-articular disc:  when the joint pivots on and off the disc, a clunking can be felt.

Physiotherapy Treatment

Physiotherapy management of the above conditions has been proven to be helpful in relieving pain, speeding up recovery and help managing chronic issues.

Treatment can include education, self-care management, exercise therapy and/or manual or manipulative techniques commonly used by a registered physiotherapist. Other treatments such as acupuncture, soft tissue release and massage therapy can also help.

A registered physiotherapist can conduct a skilled assessment and examination of the spine and recommend the appropriate physiotherapy treatment. For most neck pain issues, X-Ray and other imaging is not required for management in the initial stages.

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Pricing in our Suites is based upon occupancy of two people per room. Extra guests will be charged $20, plus applicable taxes per person. We reserve the right to limit the number of guests per suite.

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Pets

Leaside does not typically allow pets in our suites. However, we are considerate to situations where exceptions would need to be made. In this case, there is a $35 Pet Fee. Please be advised that guests are fully responsible for ALL outside cleanup after their pets and may be subject to additional cleaning fees for the suite.

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If any additional housekeeping is required after your stay has ended (i.e.: moved furniture, excessive Jacuzzi abuse, etc…), an additional amount will be charged accordingly to your credit card.

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Cash, money orders, gift certificates, or major credit cards will be accepted for final payment. Personal cheques will not be accepted.

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Telephone Services

All Leaside Suites & Executive Apartments offer in-room phone and data lines. There is no charge for local calls. Leaside also offers a fax on the premises. Messages left on our main phone number (709 722 0387) will be relayed to guests immediately. Faxes should be directed to (709 739 1835).

All Leaside apartments have individual telephone lines. Any long distance charges accrued will be charged directly to your credit card. International calls are billed at an average cost of $0.50 per minute and North American calls at $0.10 per minute.

If you have any questions, please feel free discuss your long distance requirements with our front desk.

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Meetings and Special Occasions

Leaside Manor offers boardroom and reception spaces for various meetings, corporate retreats, cocktail receptions, and small performances. See Facilities section for more information.

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Allergies

Leaside is sensitive to the needs of guests with allergies. We would be happy to work with you to address any allergies you may have. Please bring them to the attention of our staff. If you suffer from food-related allergies, you should talk to us about the nature of your allergy, and together we can take steps to accommodate your specific needs.

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Children

Leaside is able to provide cots and cribs for our tinier guests. Also at Leaside, children under 12 eat for free. Kids 12 years and older will be charged $9.99 per person for breakfast.

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Holiday Planning

Leaside loves living up to its motto: Escape the everyday. Anything we can do to ensure your visit is everything you dreamed it would be, is second nature for us. Whether it is where to eat (plenty of tempting options), what not to miss (there is truly something for everyone), what to wear (and how much), even when the best time is to view the whales (evenings) or how to get there (we have maps and links galore), we are happy to oblige with information and recommendations. Our staff can make any reservations for our guests. Just inquire at the front desk.

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Laundry Services

Leaside Manor provides laundry services – typically within the same day through our facilities on premises. Our on-site laundry charges are $10 per washer and $10 per dryer load. Leaside also offers dry cleaning services through partner companies off premise. Dry cleaning will include a surcharge. An iron and ironing board is available in each room for guests’ convenience. Leaside’s staff can also provide ironing service upon request.

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Internet

Leaside Manor offers free Internet access. All guests have free access to the house computer located in the lobby of each residence. Printer, fax and scanner services are also available.

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Breakfast

Leaside Manor serves a delicious full breakfast from 7:30am to 9:30am daily during weekdays, and from 8:00am to 9:30am on weekends. Wake up to the enticing scent of fresh, gourmet coffee. Our breakfast menu includes fresh fruit, croissants, eggs Benedict, pancakes and sausages and multi grain cereals. If you prefer to eat privately while staying in one of our deluxe suites, simply request Leaside’s signature ‘breakfast in bed’.

The standard occupancy for rooms, suites and apartments at Leaside is two persons. However, we can accommodate additional breakfast requests at $9.99 per person. Children under 12 eat at no additional charge.

Coffee and tea are available in the kitchen 24 hours a day. Each room is equipped with a refrigerator to store beverages and perishables.

For diet restrictions and allergies, please contact Leaside in advance of your visit so that we can accommodate your nutritional breakfast needs.

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Deposit and Cancellation

All reservations at Leaside Suites & Executive Apartments require either a credit card number, cash, debit card information, email money transfer or certified cheque to secure your booking. Our reservation system doesn’t allow us to hold rooms in reserve.

For all Leaside’s rooms and suites, a $50 deposit per night, per room or suite is required. For all properties, we require a 48 hour notice of cancellations. Any cancellations within 48 hours of arrival will require payment in full.

For apartment bookings at Leaside, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required upon booking, with the remaining balance due upon check-in. For extended stay monthly rentals, Leaside requires a minimum of 30 days notice of any cancellations or alterations of your booking without incurring a penalty charge. For weekly and nightly rentals, Leaside requires a minimum of 2 weeks notice for cancellations or alterations of your booking to avoid incurring a penalty charge.

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Checking in at Leaside

For guests of our Leaside Manor properties, our check-in time is 3:00pm. Our checkout time is at 11:00am. If you find that you will be arriving late, just contact our front desk or email us at reservations@theleasidegroup.com to notify our staff to make arrangements for your keys or door codes.