Neck Pain Specialist
Neuropathy is the name given to any condition that affects the regular activity of your nerves. Neuropathy affects over 25% of Americans and that number more than doubles for those with diabetes. Call or make an appointment online with one of the specialists at The Nexus Pain Center in Columbus or LaGrange, Georgia, for relief from feelings of numbness, prickling, or muscle weakness.
Neck Pain Q & A
What is neck pain?
Neck pain usually results from a compressed nerve root resulting from numerous causes, including:
- Injury
- Aging
- Poor posture
- Obesity
Regardless of the cause, neck pain develops over time gradually. Symptoms include:
- Stiff neck
- Sharp or stabbing pain in one spot
- Soreness or tenderness
- Radiating pain
How is neck pain treated?
When you see a specialist at The Nexus Pain Center for a neck pain diagnosis, the first step is a review of your medical history. You’re then asked to describe your pain. The doctors also ask about your posture and sleep habits before conducting a physical exam.
The physical exam involves the doctor inspecting your neck for lesions or abnormalities and feeling along the soft tissue for signs of muscle spasms, tightness, or tenderness. Your physical exam also includes a range of motion test, as well as a check of your reflexes and muscles.
What ailments does a spinal cord stimulator treat?
If your neck pain lasts longer than three months, the doctors at The Nexus Pain Center offer numerous interventionally-driven treatment options, including:
Epidural
An epidural is the injection of a cortisone steroid solution into the outer layer of your spinal canal near the inflamed nerve to reduce irritation caused by disk herniation.
Facet blocks
Facet blocks involve injections of steroids into the inflamed joints to reduce your pain. These injections often accompany radiofrequency ablation for longer lasting effects.
Radiofrequency ablation
Radiofrequency ablation involves disrupting your nerve’s ability to send pain signals through the use of an X-ray guided special needle and radiofrequency waves.
Sacroiliac joint injections
Sacroiliac joint injections include a combination of local anesthetic and a steroid medication that gets shot into the bottom of your spine.
Nerve root blocks
Under the guidance of an X-ray, a nerve root block is placed into the area where your nerve exits your spinal column and consists of a combination of a local anesthetic and a steroid.
Call or make an appointment online at The Nexus Pain Center in Columbus or LaGrange, Georgia, for help managing your neck pain with innovative medical solutions and cutting-edge technologies.