The Surprising Connection
You might be wondering, “What does neck pain have to do with a hysterectomy or myomectomy?” Surprisingly, the connection is real.
Let me share the story of my client, Liz. After experiencing two pregnancies, one C-section, and one laparoscopic hysterectomy in her early 40s, Liz hadn’t felt like her best self in years.
She woke up aching, struggled to get through her day with low energy, and frequently experienced tingling in her fingers at night. Something was off, but she kept pushing through.
Post-hysterectomy, Liz anticipated feeling better—and in some ways, she did. She enjoyed not having her period and noticed a decrease in bloating.
However, the tingling in her fingers persisted, and now she was dealing with constant neck pain that led to near-daily tension headaches.
After seeing her physician, undergoing physical therapy, and trying countless exercises, Liz felt like she was at the end of her rope.
That’s when she stumbled upon one of my posts discussing how upper body pain can be connected to surgery and the pelvic floor.
Here’s what was happening in Liz’s case:
Breathing Patterns: She had developed new breathing patterns that created tension in her neck and shoulders, which led to nerve compression in her arms, causing the tingling in her fingers.
Core Weakness: There was an unresolved core weakness that contributed to postural issues, compounding the tension in her neck.
The solution? After years of suffering, Liz focused on:
Progressive Strengthening: She began strengthening everything below the belly button.
Lifestyle Adjustments: She corrected the habits that led to “fight or flight” breathing.
Within six months, all her symptoms had disappeared—after enduring pain for over eight years.
Pain is often about much more than just the area where you feel it; it involves the whole body.
If you haven't worked with someone who can assess you as a complete individual, now is the time.
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