When should I see a doctor about neck pain?
It’s common to wake up with a stiff or sore neck after sleeping in an unusual position. And because so many of us spend so much time hunched over a phone or computer keyboard, poor posture is causing more neck pain than ever. But that doesn’t mean all neck pain should be ignored or dissipates on its own.
If your neck pain lasts more than a few days, don’t hesitate to talk to a doctor. And seek care right away if it comes with headaches, tingling, numbness, or pain that spreads to your extremities. Additionally, if you’re experiencing neck pain after an incident like a car crash or a slip-and-fall accident, make sure you seek treatment as soon as possible.
What’s causing my neck pain?
A number of injuries and conditions can cause neck pain. On top of that, poor posture throughout the day or sleeping in specific positions can cause painful muscle strain. In short, there are a range of possible causes of your neck pain.
Your Pittsburgh East Health Center provider takes the time to understand your neck pain, along with its symptoms and triggers, to diagnose the root cause of your pain. Some of the most common causes of neck pain they treat include:
- Bulging or herniated discs
- Cervical stenosis
- Degenerative disc disease
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck pain after auto accidents
The team is experienced in treating a variety of neck pain causes and knows which treatments to use to best address your neck pain.
How is neck pain treated?
Pittsburgh East Health Center offers multiple neck pain treatments so they can tailor your care and bring you fast relief. They may recommend one or multiple treatments to best address your specific neck pain. Some of the treatments they commonly use to give patients fast, long-lasting neck pain relief include:
- Cold laser therapy
- Spinal decompression
- Physical rehabilitation
- Chiropractic care
Before treatment, your Pittsburgh East Health Center provider talks with you about your options so you can pick the right treatment for your neck pain.
If persistent neck pain is bothering you, don’t hesitate to call Pittsburgh East Health Center or make an appointment online today.
