Out of almost 300 conditions, neck pain was the fourth most common in the Global Burden of Disease Study. It’s a common condition that causes significant disability. Dr. Casey Walker and the team at R2 Wellness Centers in Lowell, Indiana, have vast experience in identifying the causes of neck pain and successfully treating it. If your neck hurts, call or click to book an appointment today.
Neck pain can stem from an injury to the neck, such as whiplash, or from a herniated disc, or it can be a symptom of an underlying condition, such as fibromyalgia, infection, or other disease.
The neck is technically the cervical spine, and is made up of vertebrae with discs in between. Herniated or ruptured discs in the cervical spine, caused by injury or degenerative disc disease, can cause pain.
The type of pain -- whether it’s tingling, radiating, numbness, or something else -- helps Dr. Walker and the team pinpoint the cause of your pain and create a treatment plan that works for you.
In order to determine the most effective treatment plan for your neck discomfort, Dr. Walker and the team do a thorough evaluation. Some possible treatments include:
Spinal decompression therapy may be the best treatment for your neck pain if the discs between your vertebrae are compressed. Decompression therapy can be done manually or mechanically using a traction table or other device.
With manual decompression, Dr. Walker and the team apply pressure with their hands or other instruments to stretch the spine. A traction table may be used to perform mechanical spinal decompression. A traction table can combine pressure, heat, and vibration.
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