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Neck & Upper Back Pain From Desk Posture: Physio, Massage & Acupuncture Solutions in Burnaby

Neck and upper back pain are among the most common issues we treat at Metrotown Active Health. With so many Burnaby residents working at desks, using laptops, or looking down at phones, posture-related strain has become extremely common.

The good news? A combination of physiotherapy, massage therapy, and acupuncture is highly effective.

Upper back pain physiotherapy and massage

Why Desk Posture Causes Neck Pain, we can help in Burnaby!

Prolonged sitting often leads to:

  • Forward head posture

  • Rounded shoulders

  • Tight chest muscles

  • Weak upper back muscles

  • Reduced spinal mobility

Over time, this causes muscle fatigue, stiffness, and headaches.

How Physiotherapy Helps

Physiotherapists in Burnaby address neck pain and the root cause by:

  • Improving spinal mobility

  • Strengthening postural muscles

  • Releasing tight tissue

  • Correcting movement patterns

  • Providing ergonomic advice

How Massage Therapy Helps

Massage therapy reduces tension and improves circulation by targeting:

  • Upper traps

  • Levator scapulae

  • Rhomboids

  • Neck extensors

How Acupuncture Helps

Acupuncture helps by:

  • Reducing pain sensitivity

  • Improving blood flow

  • Relaxing tight muscles

  • Supporting nervous system regulation

Best Results Come From Combined Care

Many Burnaby clients feel the fastest relief when physio, massage, and acupuncture are used together.

 
 
 

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