Stiff neck after a long day at the screen, or pain radiating into your arm? We treat neck pain with manual therapy, exercise therapy and targeted strength training. Often the cause is not your posture, but the amount of load your neck can handle.
Neck pain is the fourth largest category of musculoskeletal conditions. 70% of people experience neck pain at some point.
For most neck pain without a specific identifiable cause, the issue often lies in a combination of mental and physical overload that results in pain in the neck. The key is to map the stressors that are present and how to address them.
Specific neck pain has a clear identifiable cause, for example a herniated disc or vertebral fracture. This is much less common, but no less debilitating. Setting up a proper treatment plan is essential for recovery.
You can come to us for recovery from:
At Movement Based Therapy, as the name suggests, we specialise in movement. Our treatment methods always have the same starting point: getting you back to pain-free movement through targeted exercise.
We always approach neck pain holistically, because we see that many more factors play a role than just physical load. The treatment plan is always tailored to your needs and goals.
We work towards autonomy: during the programme we also pass on knowledge, so if symptoms return you know exactly what to do to prevent them from getting worse.
An overview of the most common neck conditions we treat.
With neck pain we look beyond physical load alone. Sleep, stress, workload and movement habits are part of the treatment plan.
A combination of hands-on work where mobility is limited and targeted strength training to build the capacity of your neck.
Objective measurement of strength, mobility and capacity to handle load. We adjust based on data, not feel.
During your programme you learn how to manage recurring symptoms yourself. Knowledge as part of recovery.
Strength training under supervision in our own training space. No separate gym needed for your rehabilitation.
Every treatment starts with a thorough intake. This gives us a complete picture of your physical health, movement patterns and mental well-being. We take a holistic approach and look beyond physical symptoms alone. Think sleep habits, nutrition, hydration, movement and daily stress factors.
Understanding your condition is the key to lasting recovery. We make sure you understand where your symptoms come from and how to manage them. This helps you recognise your body's signals and prevent future issues.
We work through a tailored programme that targets weaknesses in the body. Movement is at the centre of our treatment method. With specific exercises tuned to you, we build your body's capacity to handle load and help you develop sustainable movement habits. This reduces the chance of recurring symptoms.
Evaluation is an essential part of our approach. We monitor your progress regularly and adjust the treatment plan when needed. This keeps the therapy aligned with your goals and needs at every stage of the process.
No, physiotherapy is directly accessible in the Netherlands. You can book an appointment without a referral. We carry out the screening during your intake and set up the treatment plan together.
Not as often as people think. Research shows that posture is rarely the main cause. More often the deciding factor is the amount of load: how long and how intensively you load your neck compared to what it can handle. That is also where the solution lies.
Often not. For non-specific neck pain, imaging usually adds no value. We use clinical screening to decide whether a referral is needed. If there is any doubt, we coordinate with your GP or a specialist.
Yes, targeted mobilisation helps where mobility is limited. We combine manual therapy with exercise therapy and strength training, because hands-on work alone rarely delivers lasting results.
This depends on the nature of the condition. At the end of your intake we give you a realistic estimate of the treatment programme so you know what to expect.
Yes. Whiplash requires gradual build-up of load and strength, combined with education. We work with objective criteria for progression and monitor whether we are on track.
Three locations in Amsterdam: Houthavens in Amsterdam-West, NDSM in Amsterdam-North and Oostenburg in Amsterdam-East. Book at the location that suits you best.
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