What causes neck pain?
Neck pain is often temporary and goes away with a little rest and home care. Several issues, however, may lead to prolonged or severe neck pain. At Interventional Pain and Regenerative Medicine Specialists, Dr. Huffman diagnoses and treats neck pain from:
- Muscle strain
- Muscle tension
- Fractured vertebrae
- Fibromyalgia
- Arthritis
- Infections
- Spinal stenosis
Neck pain can develop when you are stressed and hold a lot of muscle tension in your neck. It might also occur when you hold your neck in one position for too long, like if you sleep in an awkward position or sit at a desk and work for hours at a time. It helps to change positions frequently and be mindful of your posture at all times.
When should I seek treatment for neck pain?
You might be able to relieve your neck pain by resting, stretching, massaging your neck, or applying ice and heat at home. Even though many cases of neck pain are easy to treat on your own, some may require professional treatment for an injury or degenerative condition. You should consider booking an appointment at Interventional Pain and Regenerative Medicine Specialists for your neck pain if it accompanies:
- A lump in your neck
- Weakness
- Numbness or tingling
- Trouble swallowing
- Trouble breathing
- Swollen glands
- Nausea or vomiting
You should also consider booking an appointment if you find no relief within two weeks of the onset of your neck pain.
What are my treatment options for neck pain?
Dr. Huffman takes a primarily noninvasive approach to treating neck pain and overcoming stiffness that often comes with it. He creates a personalized treatment plan to help strengthen your neck muscles, improve circulation, and reduce the pain.
Each treatment plan is different and involves follow-up appointments with Dr. Huffman to ensure its success. Your program might include:
- Physical therapy
- Massage therapy
- Corticosteroid injections
- Pain relief medications
- Spinal cord stimulation
- Chiropractic care
- Ice and heat therapy
Dr. Huffman oversees your treatment and can adjust according to your needs. You might need to try several approaches before finding one that works to relieve your neck pain.
To review all available treatment options for prolonged or severe neck pain, call Interventional Pain and Regenerative Medicine Specialists, or schedule an appointment online today.
