Neck Pain

Persistent neck pain can make it hard to work, sleep, and enjoy life. Haddis T. Hagos, MD, DABA, DABA-PM, Brent Earls, MD, and the team at Pain Management Associates LLC in Greenbelt, Maryland, specialize in treating acute and chronic neck pain. Taking a  multidisciplinary approach to care, they create plans that provide long-term pain relief. To get help for your neck pain, call the office or schedule an evaluation online today.

What is neck pain?

Neck pain refers to any discomfort involving the neck. Your neck is the most flexible part of your spine, allowing you to move your head up and down and side to side. The structure and function of the neck make it vulnerable to injuries and conditions that cause pain.

When left untreated, neck pain can interfere with your daily activities and quality of life. Pain Management Associates LLC provides expert care for all types of neck pain. 

What causes neck pain?

Neck pain can develop after a car accident or bad fall, from poor posture or overuse or a degenerative condition affecting the spine’s structure. 

Common causes of neck pain include:

• Sprains and strains
• Whiplash
• Arthritis
• Herniated disc
• Pinched nerve
• Spinal stenosis
• Cervical radiculopathy (pinched nerve with radiating pain)

Stress can also cause neck pain from muscle tension. 

Pain Management Associates LLC specializes in treating whiplash, also known as cervical acceleration/deceleration (CAD) syndrome. Getting the right care for whiplash may prevent your acute injury from becoming a chronic pain condition. 

What can I expect during a neck pain evaluation?

You can expect a thorough evaluation when you visit Pain Management Associates LLC for help with neck pain. The team aims to find the root cause of your neck pain and how it affects your daily life.

They review your symptoms, when the pain started, and what activities make it worse. They perform a physical exam and may request imaging tests to confirm or rule out a diagnosis. 

What are some treatment options for neck pain?

The team at Pain Management Associates LLC individualizes neck pain treatment based on your diagnosis, severity of symptoms, and lifestyle. They take a multidisciplinary approach to pain, combining interventional procedures with medical interventions.

Neck pain treatment options at Pain Management Associates LLC include:

• Physical therapy
• Massage therapy
• Posture therapy
• Medication management
• Cervical epidural steroid injections
• Facet joint injections
• Trigger point injections
• Selective nerve root block (SNRB) in the cervical spine
• Radiofrequency ablation
• Minimally invasive surgery

The team focuses on treating the root cause of your neck pain so you get long-term relief. 

For relief from your neck pain, call Pain Management Associates LLC or book an appointment online today.