Dr. Zackary Byrd
Hip, Knee
“I would just like to say thank you very much for helping me with my back issues and that you were all very pleasant and made me feel relaxed about the journey I’m going to have to have on my back. It is very appreciated and thank you so much.” — Jennifer D.
Has the severity of your neck pain caused your quality of life to progressively dwindle down? Do you hesitate to seek a medical professional’s assistance out of fear of needing surgery? Depending on the cause of your pain, you may be able to find relief by means of non-surgical techniques.
Our experts at JIS Orthopedics can provide the high-quality neck care you deserve! We have offices conveniently located in New Albany and St. Clairsville, OH. Schedule an appointment with us today!
Neck pain occurs in or around your spine, beneath your head. Your neck and spine are made up of tiny bones called vertebrae. These tiny bones are stacked on top of each other, forming the spinal column of the neck region (cervical spine). Your spinal column not only supports your head but is also responsible for protecting your spinal cord.
This structure connects to your nerves, allowing your body to send messages and pain signals, such as pain in your neck, to your brain.
Depending on your condition, you may experience:
Neck pain can be caused by the following:
If you are experiencing neck pain, you may have the following symptoms:
Your symptoms can be acute and last for a few days to six weeks, or they may be chronic and last longer than three months.
To accurately diagnose the cause of your neck pain, your doctor will review your medical history and perform a physical exam.
Diagnostic imaging tests are not usually necessary to identify the cause of neck pain. However, if your doctor suspects a serious injury or if you are experiencing severe pain that doesn’t improve, the following imaging tests may be ordered:
You will be happy to know that most causes of neck pain eventually improve and can be managed from the comfort of your home. Your specialist may suggest the following treatments to manage your symptoms and ease pain:
Additional treatment to relieve neck pain may include:
While most neck problems do not require surgical treatment, you may need surgery if:
You should seek medical care immediately if your neck pain:
There are proactive steps that you can take to prevent neck pain, including:
Our experts know how to relieve back and neck pain. Let us use our expertise to provide the relief you long for. Schedule an appointment at one of our JIS Orthopedics locations in New Albany and St. Clairsville today!
Medically reviewed by Derek Snook, MD
Even if you follow steps to help protect your spine, injuries can still happen. When they do, schedule an appointment with Dr. Derek Snook at JIS Orthopedics! Scheduling an appointment earlier can help shorten your recovery and get you back to the thins you love. We want to help you live without limits!
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