WHAT WE TREAT:

Neck Pain Treatment

Neck pain Over the course of your lifetime, your neck is subjected to repeated stress and minor injury. These injuries may not cause pain at the time of injury. However, repeated injuries add up and can eventually result in issues of the cervical spine causing neck pain. Most neck pain is due to degenerative changes that occur in the neck.

Common Neck Conditions

Muscle Strain

Neck pain and stiffness from overuse, prolonged poor posture (e.g., “tech neck”), awkward sleeping positions, or sudden movement that overstretches muscles.

Cervical Sprain

Injury to the ligaments in the neck, often caused by whiplash, sudden twisting, or excessive strain, resulting in pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.

Facet Joint Dysfunction

Irritation or degeneration of small joints between vertebrae, leading to localized neck pain, stiffness, and discomfort with certain movements or postures.

Degenerative Disc Disease

Age-related wear and tear on intervertebral discs, reducing cushioning between vertebrae, leading to stiffness, chronic pain, and possible nerve compression.

Cervical Radiculopathy

Compression or irritation of nerve roots in the neck, causing pain, tingling, or weakness that radiates into the shoulder, arm, or hand.

Herniated Disc

A spinal disc bulges or ruptures, pressing on nearby nerves and causing pain, numbness, or weakness that may extend into the arms or shoulders.

Understanding these conditions helps identify the right treatment approach.

Symptoms of Neck Pain

Symptoms vary based on the condition and structures involved. Common symptoms include:

Localised Pain: Pain felt directly in the neck area. Can range from a dull ache to sharp or stabbing sensations.
Neurological Symptoms: Numbness, tingling, or burning sensations in the neck, shoulders, arms, or hands. Weakness in the arms or hands. Shooting pain down the arm (e.g., in cervical radiculopathy or herniated disc).
Muscle Spasms: Involuntary muscle contractions causing pain or restricted movement. May feel like a knot in the neck muscles.
Radiating Pain: Pain spreading to the shoulders, arms, or upper back. Often due to nerve compression or irritation (e.g., cervical radiculopathy).
Headaches: Pain that radiates upward to the back of the head (cervicogenic headaches). May feel like tension or pressure.
Reduced Range of Motion or Stiffness: Difficulty turning, tilting, or extending the neck fully. Often associated with stiffness or muscle tightness

These symptoms may develop gradually or appear suddenly, impacting daily activities and overall quality of life.

Diagnosing Neck Pain

Diagnosis starts with a detailed medical history to understand when symptoms began, triggers that worsen or improve pain, and how it affects daily life. A physical exam assesses neck alignment, range of motion, and areas of discomfort. Your doctor may test reflexes, muscle strength, and nerve function of the neck. If necessary, imaging or other diagnostic tests are used to confirm the underlying cause and guide treatment options.