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Neck Pain

Symptoms of neck pain or neck injuries

Neck pain symptoms may range from a dull, achy pain to sharp shooting pains.  Some common symptoms of neck pain are:

  • pulling/tension/tightness
  • sharp/shooting pains
  • feeling of instability
  • throbbing pain
  • burning sensations
  • feeling of heaviness
  • loss of range of motion in the neck

Seek immediate consultation if your pain results in:

  • numbness or tingling into the arms/hands/fingers
  • sharp shooting pains
  • headaches
  • lightheaded or dizziness
  • visual impairments

Causes of neck pain

  • poor posture
  • whiplash
  • car accidents
  • degenerative joints and disc
  • sports injuries
  • underlying pathologies

How long does it take to heal neck pain?

Our patients generally experience quick relief from our neck pain treatment, although everyone heals differently.  Most neck pain has a muscular component to it.  The most common type of neck pain is caused by a simple sprain/strain.  These injuries take 8-12 weeks to heal properly.  If there are more advanced complications like spinal degeneration, chronic pain, or additional health problems, then you can expect your healing process to be longer.

Call the office at (952) 300.8338 to set up a neck pain consultation.