Mr Michael Stafford
Neck Pain
Neck pain is becoming more and more commonly encountered in today’s society given that we now spend so much time hunched over computers tablets and phones.
Steps to get started
Our team will support you through every stage, from your first enquiry to your recovery.
If you’re using health insurance
Check with your provider to see what’s covered. We’re happy to help with any paperwork and can work directly with many insurance companies to make the process smoother for you.
If you’re paying for treatment yourself or using a payment plan
We’ll give you clear information about costs and help you plan your care. You’ll know exactly what to expect, with no hidden fees.
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What are the common causes of Neck Pain?
The most frequent causes of neck pain include the following:
Repetitive Motion/Poor Posture – Constantly sitting at a desk or computer in a poor position or leaning forward in a car while driving for hours at a time can lead to neck pain.
Muscle Strains – Repetitive motion, quick unexpected movements or even sleeping with the neck in a certain position can cause muscle strains throughout the neck and shoulders.
Age – As we age, cervical facet joints’ like any other joints, can suffer from wear. This can cause direct pain as well as a secondary pain in the muscles that lie over the inflamed joints, leading to neck pain, that can also be felt in the shoulders or back of the head (cervicogenic headache).
Compressed and Herniated Discs – Nerve compression caused by bulging intervertebral discs in the neck and back can lead to neck pain that may radiate into the arm or hand.
Injury – Rear-end collisions, most commonly resulting in whiplash injuries; stretch the neck muscles beyond their limits, causing pain. This can also happen with sports injuries.
Meet Our Pain Management Consultants
At Kingsbridge, you’ll be in the expert hands of over 300 of the UK and Ireland’s top consultants.
What are my Treatment Options?
After doing a full assessment of your neck pain, your pain specialist will be able to tailor a treatment plan to suit your needs. This can include:
Medications
These commonly include anti-inflammatory drugs, muscle relaxants, opioid based pain killers and specialist drugs for neuropathic (nerve) pain.
Injections
Including cervical facet joint injections, cervical median branch blocks, cervical epidural injections, occipital nerve blocks (for headache) and trigger point injections (for muscle pain) may be offered.
Physiotherapy
This is often the most important part of treatment for neck pain. Medications and injections are usually offered to facilitate this therapy.