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Neck Pain

The neck is made up of small bones called vertebrae. A spinal segment is composed of two vertebrae, the intervertebral disk between the two vertebra, the two nerve roots that leave the spinal cord, one from each side. Neck pain is a symptom that can arise from many causes. Many cases of neck pain are caused by stresses on the muscles and ligaments that support the spine. A neck problem may come on suddenly or gradually. Often, within a few days, the symptoms go away without any treatment. If neck pain persists, then a health care professional should be consulted.
Neck pain may originate from any neck structure, ranging from the meninges and cervical vertebrae to blood vessels, muscles, and lymphatic tissue.
The location, onset, and pattern of the neck pain help determine its origin and underlying causes.
If any of the additional symptoms listed below are present, the problem is more serious and a health care professional should be consulted.
- Arm or Hand Pain Arm
- Hand Numbness
- Arm or Hand Weakness

Basic Treatment Options

medication by mouth
medication injections including nerve blocks
positioning devices
traction/distraction devices
passive therapy
active therapy
surgery (small - minimally invasive)
surgery (large - with or without fusion)

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