Neck Pain

About 15% of adults in the United States suffer from neck pain. If neck discomfort bothers you, turn to Orthopedic Institute of Fort Worth in Fort Worth, Southlake, and Weatherford, Texas. The experienced board-certified orthopedic surgeons diagnose and treat the underlying cause of neck discomfort, allowing you to live pain-free. Schedule an evaluation today by calling the office or booking a visit online.

What is neck pain?

Neck pain is a common concern affecting the spine, muscles, or other tissues in your neck. While common, neck pain can become crippling when not treated. If neck or back pain prevents you from doing the things you love or your job, see the experts at Orthopedic Institute of Fort Worth for an evaluation. They’ll find the root cause and provide relief.

What are the signs of a neck problem?

The following symptoms can indicate an injury or disease affecting your neck:

• Mild, moderate, or severe discomfort
• Aching
• Shooting, sharp, or radiating pain
• Bruising
• Redness
• Weakness
• Tingling
• Burning
• Numbness
• Warmth
• Swelling
• Stiffness
• Visible deformity
• Decreased joint range of motion
• Muscle tension
• Headaches
• Muscle spasms

Orthopedic Institute of Fort Worth exhausts all nonsurgical treatments for spine problems before resorting to surgery.

Which conditions contribute to neck pain?

Neck pain can be brought on by:

• Fractures
• Sprains
• Strains
• Spinal tendinitis
• Herniated discs
• Arthritis
• Congenital deformities
• Repetitive stress/overuse
• Bursitis (inflamed fluid-filled sacs in the joints)
• Nerve compression
• Muscle, ligament, or tendon injuries
• Lacerations
• Scoliosis (an unnatural curvature of the spine)
• Osteoporosis
• Sciatica
• Worn joints
• Whiplash
• Cysts, tumors, or bone spurs
• Spinal stenosis (narrowed spinal canal)
• Spondylolisthesis (slipped vertebrae)
• Spondylosis (tissue degeneration)

You might suffer from neck pain due to poor posture, age-related wear, falls, chronic diseases, sports or work injuries, car accidents, or other injuries.

How is the cause of neck pain diagnosed?

The Orthopedic Institute of Fort Worth experts examine your neck, complete physical and neurological exams, review your medical history, and order diagnostic tests. You might need lab work or nerve testing, as well as X-rays, an MRI, a CT scan, or another imaging procedure to determine how best to treat neck discomfort. 

How is neck pain treated?

Your personalized neck pain treatment plan will depend on its cause and can include:

• Ice or heat packs
• Neck collar
• Physical therapy
• Activity changes
• Therapeutic massage 
• Acupuncture 
• Electrical nerve stimulation 
• Spinal cord stimulation 
• Corticosteroid injections
• Nerve blocks
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication
• Osteopathic manipulation
• Sports medicine
• Osteoporosis care
• Minimally invasive spine surgery
• Microdiscectomy (spinal disc removal)
• Spinal fusion
• Laminectomy (spinal decompression)
• Rhizotomy (using heat or cold to damage painful nerves)
• Scoliosis surgery
• Fracture care

Follow up with Orthopedic Institute of Fort Worth to ensure that your neck pain treatment is effective and long-lasting.

Schedule a neck pain evaluation today at Orthopedic Institute of Fort Worth by calling the office or requesting an appointment online.