Treatment for Neck Pain

Enjoy lasting relief from neck pain in Florissant, MO, by scheduling treatment with Dr. Jeffrey Stark of Back & Neck Care Center of North County.

What Are the Common Causes of Neck Pain?

Neck pain can be a severely limiting health condition. It's an insidious issue that can take over your daily life if you aren’t careful or proactive. Properly addressing neck pain also requires a baseline understanding of how it develops in the first place.

A common potential cause of your neck pain is cervical spondylosis. You may know that condition as arthritis of the neck, although that term is broader. Regardless of which name you use, its impact on your quality of life may prove quite significant. Due to the continued deterioration of cartilage cushioning your joints, you may eventually experience chronic pain and stiffness.

Herniated discs can also occur in the cervical spine. A herniated disc may develop if the cartilaginous outer ring of a disc in your cervical spine develops a tear. The nucleus of that disc may spill or bulge out and start affecting other parts of your spine. Similar to cervical spondylosis, herniated discs are usually caused in part by aging.

Many of the tasks we perform every day can also contribute to persistent neck pain. Repetitive work tasks that directly involve the neck can cause cumulative damage. Even the way you position your body can directly affect your neck health. If you tend to slouch while working, it may only be a matter of time before you develop neck discomfort.

Whiplash is another possible explanation for your neck pain and other symptoms. Consider that a possibility if your neck pain emerged following a recent accident.

Entrust your neck pain treatment in Florissant, MO, to Dr. Stark of Back & Neck Care Center of North County.

What Are the Chiropractic Solutions for Neck Pain?

Chiropractors can provide different options for treating chronic neck pain. Among the most effective solutions they can provide are chiropractic adjustments. Your chiropractor can realign misplaced tissues in your neck so that they’ll be balanced efficiently and avoid compressing nearby structures.

Spinal decompression is another form of treatment that can reposition injured tissues. This particular treatment method is especially effective for treating herniated discs.

Consulting a chiropractor is also a good idea if you suspect your posture habits are impacting your neck health. Ask them about proper posture so you can develop the right habits.

Begin your neck pain treatment regimen in Florissant, MO, by calling 314-838-2220 and coordinating with Dr. Stark of Back & Neck Care Center of North County.