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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) and 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 stress on the muscles and ligaments that support the spine. A neck problem may come on suddenly or gradually. Symptoms often disappear within a few days 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 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
- 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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