If you are a foreign resident living in Tokyo and struggling with persistent neck pain, we highly recommend addressing the root cause — not just the neck itself, but your overall posture and body alignment.

At Physio Center, we specialize in comprehensive assessments and provide personalized rehabilitation programs that target the entire body, helping to relieve strain on the neck and promote lasting recovery.

Severe shoulder or arm pain? The root cause might actually be your neck.

If you are struggling with conditions like cervical radiculopathy, cervical disc herniation, or cervical spondylosis, you’re not alone — and often, the real source of pain is overlooked.
One of the tricky aspects of cervical radiculopathy is that pain often first appears in areas far from the neck, such as between the shoulder blades or in the upper arm. This makes it difficult for many people to recognize that the neck might be the true source of their discomfort.

In more severe cases, the pain can feel as if the muscles in your arm are being torn apart — an intense pain that can significantly interfere with daily life. While painkillers and nerve block injections are commonly used treatments, these symptoms can persist for weeks or even months.

Understanding the Root Cause

Cervical radiculopathy occurs when the nerve roots emerging from the cervical spine are compressed or irritated, leading to acute inflammation. However, what’s often hidden behind this is poor posture and misalignment of the entire body.

Even if you correct the position of your neck alone, symptoms may not improve unless you address deeper structural issues — including the alignment of the thoracic spine, rib cage, pelvis, and the overall posture of the spine.

Comprehensive Assessment and Tailored Rehabilitation at Physio Center

At Physio Center, we conduct detailed assessments of each individual’s posture and full-body alignment. Our goal is to reduce the load on the cervical spine and alleviate symptoms through a holistic approach that goes beyond just the neck.

If you’ve been thinking, “The pain just won’t go away” or “Nothing I do seems to help,” we encourage you to reach out for a consultation.
Contact: Physiotherapist Ota (English available )at Physio Center.

Adress: Physiocenter,

E-building, Tokyo Jikaei Medical university hospital,

3-19-18 , Nishi-shinbashi, Minatoku, Tokyo

HP: https://physiocenter.jp

Contact e-mail: info@physiocenter.jp (Physical therapist : Kosaku Ota, English Speaker )