Neck Pain - St. Louis Medical Center

At St. Louis Medical Center, we offer a combination of medical and non-invasive therapies to treat conditions like neck pain at our clinic in St. Louis. Neck pain relief is vital for people who are suffering, but it can often be attained easily through a simple adjustment of the spine. The human spine is versatile and complex. It provides support and protects the internal organs and nervous system, while still allowing incredible flexibility and movement. The neck is a unique and important part of this magnificent structure, delicate and vulnerable to pain, yet strong enough to support the head’s weight. To effectively treat neck pain a doctor must first determine the root cause of the pain.

Unfortunately, it’s often difficult to determine neck pain causes. At our dedicated team of doctors in St. Louis, work hard to determine the source of neck pain, which can include things like irritation, inflammation, injury, infection, irritation of the cervical nerve roots, encroachment of the vertebral canal’s vascular supply, or invasion of the cord into the spinal canal. Arthritis can also cause neck pain, because of the disc thinning or disc degeneration and deterioration of muscles and ligaments associated with the condition.

Many illnesses or injuries can cause neck pain, especially those that effect the curvature of the neck, causing it to become too straight or even reverse its curve. That’s why it’s vital to determine the root issues behind chronic neck pain in order to create an effective treatment plan. At St. Louis Medical Center, therapy for neck pain can involve a variety of non-invasive therapies, tailored to fit each unique medical condition.

Sometimes patients wait until they are in crisis to seek neck pain treatment and neglect to see a doctor until the pain becomes acute. Unfortunately, when a patient waits too long, neck pain causes remain undetected until there is a serious problem. A better course of action is to have regular examinations. Prompt attention ensures that potentially problematic issues are treated before they require chronic pain management.

For residents in St. Louis, chronic neck pain and many other conditions are treated using non-invasive medical procedures like chiropractic, physical rehabilitation, and trigger point therapy. The medical professionals at St. Louis Medical Center perform a comprehensive examination and diagnostic assessment, in order to prescribe an effective neck pain therapy plan designed to alleviate the cause of distress.

Understanding NeckPain:

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What causes neck pain?

Neck pain is typically caused by either poor posture/strain or a whiplash injury. When you sit hunched over a computer screen, your shoulders and head move forward, straining the cervical spine and compressing the vertebrae. This also increases the risk for degenerative disc disease. A whiplash injury may cause neck pain when the force of a rear-impact accident “whips” the cervical spine backwards and forward, knocking the spine out of proper alignment. This misalignment may place pressure on nearby nerves, triggering neck pain, as well as headaches and other health problems.

Is a chiropractor qualified to treat back and neck pain?

Yes, our St. Louis chiropractor is trained to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal injuries, including those that cause neck pain and back pain. We use advanced diagnostic techniques, including X-rays and digital imaging, to better identify the spinal subluxations that are responsible for triggering your pain. Our goal is to manage this pain as effectively as possible without the need for drugs or surgery.

How can I reduce my risk for neck and back pain?

While it is never possible to avoid all injuries, with proactive care, it is possible to reduce the risk for chronic back pain and neck pain. Proper posture plays an important role in minimizing the risk for pain. Many of our patients experience pain because of decades of poor posture. Our chiropractor can teach you corrective exercises to strengthen the body’s core, open the chest, and reduce hunching in the shoulders. Be careful when lifting heavy objects; always lift by bending the legs to support the object’s weight, rather than risk injury to the spine.

How does chiropractic care treat back and neck pain?

St. Louis chiropractic care treats back and neck pain by addressing the underlying cause for this pain. Unlike medication which only “covers up” pain symptoms, chiropractic adjustments directly target the spinal misalignment that is triggering a patient’s pain. Adjustments restore proper alignment to the spine, relieving nerve compression and alleviating pain symptoms.

If you suffer frequent neck or back pain, make an appointment with our chiropractor for an assessment and treatment plan.

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St. Louis Medical Center offers options including non-invasive physical medicine treatments.If you’re in St. Louis, MO, neck pain treatment is close at hand. For your FREE consultation, call us today at 314-522-0092

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