Neck Pain Treated in Houston, TX
Neck pain is common and can have a variety of causes. In many cases, it develops due to degenerative changes that occur in the spine along with the natural aging process. Additionally, the bones, ligaments and muscles that make up the cervical (neck) region of the spine must support the considerable weight of the head on a near-constant basis. As such, the cervical spine is subject to a significant amount of wear and tear and susceptible to injury, both of which can cause neck pain.
What Is Causing Your Neck Pain?
The key to finding effective relief from neck pain is receiving an accurate diagnosis. In Houston, Texas, you can receive expert care from R. Alexander Mohr, MD, FAAOS, a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon who practices with Advanced Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. In general, you may want to consult with Dr. Mohr if your neck pain is:
- Severe
- Chronic
- Related to a fall, car accident or other trauma
- Accompanied by headaches, numbness, tingling sensations or muscle weakness
- Traveling (radiating) down an arm
- Disrupting your sleep
After pinpointing the cause of your discomfort, Dr. Mohr can suggest a customized plan to address it. Neck pain usually responds well to conservative treatment, which may include physical therapy, medications, hot/cold therapy, a soft cervical collar and/or steroid-based injections. However, Dr. Mohr may suggest surgical treatment to address severe or persistent neck pain, particularly if it is caused by spinal nerve compression. To help you make fully informed treatment decisions, he will explain your diagnosis, go over your imaging scans, answer your questions and discuss the reasoning behind his specific recommendations.
Request a Consultation
If you would like to discuss your neck pain with Dr. Mohr, contact Advanced Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine to schedule a consultation at his office in Houston, TX.