Neck Pain

If you are suffering from neck pain, you are not alone. This is the second most common complaint after low back pain. Neck pain can range from mild to severe, and it can be acute or chronic.

If your pain is severe or if it is accompanied by other symptoms, such as headaches, numbness, or tingling, please contact the Pain Institute of Georgia. In most cases, pain in the neck area can be treated with a combination of self-care and medical treatment.

Causes

The key to lasting relief is proper diagnosis and treatment that gets down to the unique cause of your discomfort.

  • Muscle Strains and Sprains
  • Slouching and poor posture
  • Bad sleeping posture
  • Injury or trauma around the neck
  • Cervical herniated disc
  • Cervical Osteoarthritis
  • Cervical degenerative disc disease
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Text/Tech Neck
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Whiplash
  • Gritting your teeth

Self-care treatment

Some self-care measures that may help alleviate your pain include gentle stretching and exercising, practicing good posture, using heat or ice therapy, getting adequate rest and sleep, and using over-the-counter pain medication as directed.

Medical Treatments

These may include:

  • Physical therapy
  • Massage Therapy
  • Prescribed Medication
  • Radiofrequency Ablation
  • Nerve block injections
  • Steroid Injections

Don’t compromise your lifestyle and safety.

Putting off getting properly diagnosed can even cause more problems, like migraines and injuries. When you can’t comfortably move your head because of neck pain, it’s harder to check blind spots while driving, follow safety procedures on the job, or stay on your “A” game during sports. Overall, neck pain can really “cramp your style” while trying to live your daily life.

There’s no need to suffer. It is important to take care of your neck and seek medical help from the doctors at the Pain Institute of Georgia if you experience persistent or severe pain. You can start feeling better today with targeted, personalized pain relief treatments. Contact one of our clinics in Macon, Warner Robins, Cordele, or Hawkinsville, GA. With proper treatment and care, most people can find relief from neck pain and improve their overall quality of life.