Understand Your Back and Neck Pain
Back or neck pain is a symptom, not a disease. That means the pain is likely being caused by something — something that can often be relieved when treated by a healthcare professional. Before treatment can begin, your back or neck pain must be evaluated.
Learn more about the parts of your spine and how they work. Read more…
Learn More About Your Diagnosis
Has your back and neck pain been diagnosed? Learn more information to help you better understand your condition. Read more…
How Back and Neck Pain Are Diagnosed
Explore how back and neck pain are diagnosed. Read more…
Explore Your Treatment Options
On your first visit, your doctor will first determine exactly how serious the problem is. Some problems need immediate attention — possibly even surgery. However, most back and neck problems do not require surgery. Once the most likely cause of your problem has been determined (your diagnosis has been made), you and your healthcare professional can decide on a treatment plan.
The term “conservative treatment” is used to describe any treatment option that does not involve surgery. Read more…
Few people need surgery for back and neck pain. For those who do, no single type of surgery works for every pain problem. Read more…
Tips for a Healthy Back & Neck
Maintaining a healthy back and neck is easy if you know the right things to do. Read more…
FAQs
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