Neck Pain

Don’t let persistent neck pain stop you from enjoying life. At Ascension Spine, Pain, and Sports Medicine, in East Brunswick, New Jersey, Mahmud Ibrahim, MD, and the team offer diagnostic and treatment services to determine the root cause of your neck pain. You will be provided with a customized treatment plan and one-on-one attention to address neck soreness, pain, and mobility issues. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or requesting one online today.

What causes neck pain?

Neck pain can be the result of an acute injury, such as a muscle strain, or it could be due to an underlying medical condition, such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Having a herniated disc in your cervical spine can also cause persistent neck pain.

Many men and women develop neck pain after sitting at a computer or talking on the phone for long periods of time. You may also have neck pain due to poor posture or after periods of strenuous exercise.

When should I see a doctor about neck pain?

If your neck pain results from an injury, such as from sports or due to a car accident, seek a medical evaluation as soon as possible.

If neck pain develops for no obvious reason and lasts longer than a few days, schedule an evaluation with the team at Ascension Spine, Pain, and Sports Medicine.

What treatments are available for neck pain?

Our team offers a variety of treatment options, including hands-on techniques and exercise to improve your neck range of motion, strengthen your postural muscles, and alleviate your pain.

To promote overall muscle health, your provider will create a custom treatment plan that highlights beneficial exercises and addresses posture and positioning throughout daily activities. Additionally, the team at Ascension Spine Pain and Sports Medicine can assess your posture and spinal alignment to help prevent future episodes of neck pain.

They may also recommend modalities, such as regenerative medicine or electrical stimulation, heat or ice packs, or ultrasound if the team determines any of these may provide additional relief.

What is electric stimulation therapy?

Electric stimulation therapy delivers a mild electric current to your neck. This generated current may improve neck mobility and alleviate pain. Therapy may also trigger your own body’s production of endorphins, a natural pain reliever.

Your provider attaches electrode patches to your skin that deliver the current of electricity. Treatment is noninvasive and painless and can be useful in treating both acute and chronic neck pain.

To seek neck pain relief, call Ascension Spine, Pain, and Sports Medicine or request an appointment online today.