Living with pain in your neck or back can burden your daily activities, affect your mood, and makes it difficult for you to get a good night’s rest. Fortunately, the experienced team at Elite Physical Medicine provides women and men who struggle with neck and back pain with effective treatment. For personalized pain management, call the office in Mason, Ohio, today, or schedule an evaluation online.
Pain in your neck, upper back, or lower back can arise due to several factors. Injuries, working at a desk all day, sleeping in the wrong position, and degenerative diseases and conditions can all result in neck and back pain.
Common conditions that cause neck and back pain include:
Poor posture, weak abdominal muscles, and excess body weight can also contribute to neck and back pain.
Depending on the cause of your condition, you might experience aching, shooting, or sharp stabbing pain. You might also have nerve symptoms like tingling or pain that travels down your arm or leg.
Conditions that lead to back and neck pain can also cause the following symptoms:
You might have constant pain, or it could come and go. Your symptoms might improve with activity and return after periods of rest.
When you see the medical team at Elite Physical Medicine, they do a comprehensive exam to determine the cause of your pain. This includes a look at your health history and asking you detailed questions about your symptoms.
Your provider will usually ask you to move in specific ways and to evaluate your reflexes and muscle strength. They can also order X-rays and other procedures and tests. Accurate diagnosis ensures that you get the best possible care for your condition.
Based on your diagnosis and other individual factors, the medical team at Elite Physical Medicine designs a personalized plan to relieve your pain and restore your mobility and function. Your team works with you to include your concerns, lifestyle, and personal preferences in a plan that addresses your unique needs.
Your integrative treatment plan can include:
Typically, treatment programs involve three phases:
To banish neck or back pain, and regain your mobility and quality of life, schedule an evaluation with a skilled expert at Elite Physical Medicine. Call the office today, or request an appointment online.
