The Resilient Body with Dr. Ar'neka
The Resilient Body podcast is hosted by Dr. Ar’neka Cooper - a not so typical chiropractor, myofascial specialist, movement expert and Co-founder of Resilient Spine. Her goal is to to teach people how to take care of their bodies, build sustainable habits and resilience so they can live their best life!
Episodes drop every Tuesday morning. You will hear a combination of solo episodes and interviews with special guests that are geared towards teaching you ways to take care of your body. We will cover topics related to movement, stress, mental health, mindset, and all the things that impact your body.
Come get educated, empowered, and connected with your body and build resilience in order to to live your best life!
The Resilient Body with Dr. Ar'neka
Ep. 149 Why Your Neck Pain Keeps Coming Back And What to Do Instead
If you’ve been stretching, massaging, and rolling out your neck but the pain keeps creeping back—this episode is for you.
We’re breaking down why focusing only on your neck might be the wrong move—and what to do instead. The truth is, most chronic neck tension is actually a compensation for issues lower down in the body.
In this short episode, we’ll cover:
🔹 Why your neck is overworking—and how poor upper back and rib mobility are often to blame
🔹 How shallow breathing patterns make your neck muscles do more than they should
🔹 What to focus on instead: thoracic spine mobility, ribcage expansion, and breathing mechanics
You’ll leave this episode with a new understanding of your body and simple, actionable strategies that go beyond just treating the symptoms. It’s time to stop chasing neck pain and start addressing what’s really driving it.
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