Neck Pain Physiotherapy in Mornington
Find what’s actually driving your neck pain and fix the cause, so you’re not managing the same problem six months from now.
Neck pain is rarely just about the neck
If your neck is stiff by the end of the workday, you wake up struggling to turn your head or tension headaches creep in by mid-afternoon, the problem often isn’t the neck itself. It’s usually how your upper back, shoulders and posture are sharing the load and the neck ends up taking the strain. We find what’s driving it, settle the pain with hands-on treatment, then build the strength and movement that take the pressure off.
Every session is one-on-one with Yannick, a Doctor of Physiotherapy with a background in strength and conditioning. No GP referral needed.
One-on-one sessions, open 7 days
WorkCover and NDIS welcome. Health fund rebates on the spot.
What's actually causing your neck pain
Neck pain usually comes down to one or a mix, of these:
Desk and screen time
Long hours with your head forward and shoulders rounded, until the muscles at the back of your neck are working overtime.
Sleep and stiffness
A pillow or sleeping position that holds your neck in one place for hours, so you wake up sore and stiff.
Sport and strain
A heavy lift, a tackle or repetitive overhead work that overloads the neck and upper back.
Injury and wear
Whiplash, a disc problem or age-related changes that need a more structured plan.
Knowing which one is driving your pain shapes everything about how we treat it.
Signs your neck needs attention
It’s worth getting your neck assessed if you notice:
Neck pain and headaches
One of the most overlooked connections in neck pain is its relationship with headaches. Headaches that start in the neck are often managed without anyone checking the neck. They typically begin at the base of the skull and radiate forward, often with neck stiffness and restricted movement.
If you have regular headaches alongside neck pain or stiffness, physiotherapy can help. We assess your neck to find out whether your headaches have a mechanical cause, then treat that cause directly.
Yannick Chani
Doctor of Physiotherapy. Strength and conditioning experience with Richmond (VFL), Sandringham Zebras, Uni Blues and St Kilda Southern Saints.
Meet Yannick →Neck conditions we treat
Muscle and posture
- Muscle strains and sprains
- Tech neck and postural dysfunction
- Wry neck
- Whiplash
Disc, joint and nerve
- Disc bulges and herniations
- Degenerative disc disease
- Cervical osteoarthritis
- Nerve-related neck pain and referred arm symptoms
Headaches and sport
- Cervicogenic headaches
- Sports-related cervical injuries
Frequently asked questions
When should I see a physiotherapist for neck pain?
We recommend seeing a physiotherapist if your neck pain lasts more than a few days, keeps returning or starts limiting your ability to turn your head, work or sleep comfortably. Other signs include muscle tightness, stiffness, pain radiating to the shoulders or arms or headaches linked to posture. Early treatment prevents short-term pain from becoming a long-term problem.
Can physiotherapy help with tech neck?
Yes. Tech neck is one of the most common conditions we see caused by prolonged forward head posture during screen use. We address it through postural correction, manual therapy and targeted strengthening of the muscles that support the cervical spine.
Can physiotherapy help with headaches?
Yes, if your headaches have a cervical origin. Cervicogenic headaches respond well to physiotherapy treatment targeting the neck. We assess carefully to identify whether your headaches are mechanically driven and treat accordingly.
What treatments are used for neck pain?
We use a combination of hands-on manual therapy, targeted neck and upper back strengthening, posture correction, movement rehabilitation and ergonomic advice, all built around your specific presentation and goals.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is necessary. You can book directly with us at any time. If your GP refers you under a Chronic Disease Management plan, you may be eligible for Medicare rebates.
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Ready to move without neck pain?
Book online or give us a call. No GP referral needed.