Neck pain is a common complaint that can be caused by many things – including poor posture, arthritis, or a serious medical condition. Benign neck pain typically improves readily with at-home treatment. If yours persists, it’s important to seek professional help.
Commack
763 Larkfield Rd, Second Floor
Commack, NY, 11725
Phone: (631) 462-2225
Fax: (631) 462-2240
West Islip
400 Montauk Highway, Suite 102
West Islip, NY, 11795
Phone: (631) 462-2225
Fax: (631) 462-2240
Riverhead
887 Old Country Road, Suite D
Riverhead, NY, 11901
Phone: (631) 462-2225
Fax: (631) 462-2240
West Hempstead
565 Hempstead Turnpike
West Hempstead, NY, 11552
Phone: (631) 462-2225
Fax: (631) 462-2240
WHAT’S CAUSING YOUR NECK PAIN?
Muscle strain
Poor posture while reading, working at a computer, or using your cellphone can result in a painful muscle strain in the neck.
Osteoarthritis
With osteoarthritis, the neck cartilage deteriorates over time. In response, your body forms bone spurs that limit your range of motion and cause pain.
Compressed nerve
This condition develops when a herniated disc or bone spur presses against nerves in the area.
Diseases
A number of diseases, from meningitis to cancer, are associated with ongoing neck pain.
THE DIAGNOSIS: WHAT TO EXPECT
Step 1: Exam
Our neck pain diagnostic process always begins with an exam. After taking your medical history, we will test your range of motion and assess your neck for tenderness, weakness, and numbness.
Step 2: Imaging tests
From there, we will order an x-ray, CT scan, and/or an MRI, depending on your symptoms. An x-ray will allow us to check for bone spurs, while a CT scan and MRI can create detailed images of your soft tissues.
Step 3: Blood tests
In some cases, a blood test may also be necessary to check for an infection that could be related to your symptoms.
OUR TREATMENT APPROACH
Our treatment for neck pain is multi-faceted and completely tailored to your needs. Our goal is always to resolve your pain at the root – rather than simply masking symptoms.
Depending on your diagnosis, your treatment will involve a blend of the following approaches:
- Physical therapy
- Pain medications
- Steroid injections
- Surgery (rare)
- Acupuncture
- Massage
- Chiropractic care