Non-Surgical Neck Pain Treatment
Neck pain can have many different causes. Most patients report neck pain between the neck and the shoulder, but neck pain can radiate down the spine or up into the head and base of the skull. Neck pain can be consistent, recurring, sharp, or a constant dull ache. Sometimes it occurs only with specific motions, like looking over your shoulder or down at your keyboard. However you experience neck pain, know that while it is common, it is not normal to live with neck pain, and there is relief.
We treat patients for neck pain related to poor posture, athletic injuries, car accidents, trauma, recurring motions, sports, and more. Many repetitive activities can form scar tissue, which binds and causes the neck pain and tightness. Because scar tissue doesn’t often go away on its own, patients seek neck pain relief after suffering from chronic pain.
If you’ve been suffering from chronic neck pain and haven’t found relief yet, or you have a new neck injury that worries you, we can help. Our non-surgical neck pain treatments are based on proven techniques that trigger the body’s natural healing processes. We manually adjust and assess to find the root cause of the pain and provide physical therapy recommendations for long-term relief.
With Elite Integrated Health, pain-free living is possible. Contact us today to get started. Based in Columbia, MD.
Chronic pain
Limited mobility
Sports performance
Car accidents
The Elite Difference
Neck Pain Relief When Nothing Else Has Worked
Our approach to neck pain treatment in Columbia, MD, is based on collaborative care for fast-acting results that last. We staff chiropractors, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, and more for a well-rounded approach to neck pain relief. We may discuss a combination of manual therapies with at-home treatment options to help restore mobility and release tension.
By paying attention to what causes the pain, how often it occurs, how persistent it is, and what your general lifestyle is like, we can formulate a personal approach to neck pain treatment. Our aim is long-lasting results for better overall quality of life. Each of our practitioners will consult on the case, so you have years of experience coming together for a cohesive treatment plan.
Don’t spend time and money visiting multiple doctors and getting conflicting advice. Work with one company whose sole focus is your recovery in a way that works for your lifestyle. We will assist with mobility, sports training, pain relief, and more, all without prescription medications or surgical intervention.
One Team. One Plan. One Goal.
Long-lasting pain relief.
Non-Surgical Neck Pain Treatment Options
Most neck pain advice is to stretch the muscles, strengthen the supporting muscles, and offer basic care like heat, ice, or electrical stimulation. At Elite, we offer advanced soft tissue treatments, advanced injection therapy, and movement assessments for the highest level of care. We’ll help build up the endurance of your postural muscles while using manual treatments to break away persistent scar tissue. In 1 – 2 visits, you can experience relief from chronic neck pain.
Graston Technique
We use The Graston Technique to break up scar tissue and reduce inflammation. This can instantly relieve neck pain and restore mobility.
Active Release Therapy
Soft tissue treatments like active release therapy target pain points and tense areas for relief. We assess and manually treat sore points to discover the underlying cause of neck pain.
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractor care for neck pain can include manual adjustments or specialized treatments. We will offer adjustments, body manipulations, and more to treat persistent neck pain.
Dry Needling
Dry needling activates the body’s natural healing processes by targeting tense areas around the root source of pain. The needle insertion causes a “twitch” that helps start the process to reduce inflammation and tension.
Trigger Point Injections
Advanced injection therapies like trigger point therapy find the underlying source of the pain and administer pain relief medications directly to the site. This allows the area to relax, which jumpstarts the body’s healing process.
Sports Performance
High-impact sports and sports with repetitive motions can easily cause neck pain. We help release tension and strengthen supportive muscles for long-lasting sports performance. Ask about sports rehabilitation for injury recovery.
Common Neck Injuries
Herniated Disc
Pinched Nerve
TMJ
Muscle Strain
Whiplash
Arthritis
Chronic Pain
Sports Injury
Injury Prevention
Contact Elite Today for Neck Pain Relief in Columbia, MD
Patients who have not found relief anywhere else have found neck pain treatments at Elite Integrated Health in Columbia, MD. That’s because we take the time to understand the underlying cause of your pain and how to prevent it moving forward. Our specialized treatments focus on a manual approach, so our practitioners can really feel what is going on in the body and how you react to pressure or movements.
To get non-surgical neck pain treatment in Columbia, MD, contact us today. Elite is in-network with Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Johns Hopkins EHP, Aetna, and Medicare. We are out of network with Cigna and United. Call us today to consult on costs or schedule your first appointment online to begin. Stop settling and regain your life back. We’re here to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the common causes of neck pain?
We treat patients for neck pain related to poor posture, bad sleeping habits, muscle strains, nerve compression, headaches, trauma, and even exercise injuries. We treat arthritis, age-related neck pain, and underlying chronic conditions to alleviate the side effects and symptoms.
How can I prevent neck pain?
We help patients prevent neck pain by looking at your body, lifestyle, and habits. By pinpointing what areas of your body are prone to injury, we can work to strengthen supporting muscles, improve mobility, and reduce inflammation. Our approach helps you lead a lifestyle free of pain. We may recommend improved posture exercises, ergonomic updates, warm-ups and cooldowns before athletic activity, increased hydration, and daily neck stretches.
Can neck pain be treated without surgery?
Yes, our approach to treating neck pain non-surgically looks at the underlying cause of the pain and your general lifestyle. We may treat with dry needling, manual chiropractic adjustments, advanced injection therapies, soft tissue treatments, the Graston Technique, or physical therapy exercises.
Can poor posture cause neck pain?
Yes. Many patients are looking for neck pain treatment due to bad posture. This may happen when spending long periods looking down at a phone, working at a computer, or sitting in the same position. This places additional stress on the muscles and joints of the neck and upper back. You may experience muscle tension, stiffness, headaches, and recurring neck pain.
Can neck pain from a sports injury or whiplash be treated without surgery?
Yes, we can treat whiplash without surgery. Treatment focuses on reducing muscle tension, improving mobility, addressing soft-tissue restrictions, and gradually restoring normal movement. An evaluation will help determine which treatments are appropriate for your particular injury.
What if my neck pain keeps coming back?
Recurring neck pain indicates that the underlying cause has not been treated. Muscle imbalances, restricted mobility, repetitive movements, posture, or an old injury may all play a role. Rather than treating the pain each time it occurs, our non-surgical treatment plan focuses on identifying contributing factors and improving movement and function over time.
When should I seek treatment for neck pain?
You should seek treatment if neck pain persists, becomes worse, repeatedly returns, or interferes with work, exercise, sleep, or everyday activities. An evaluation can help determine what may be causing your symptoms and whether hands-on, non-surgical treatment is appropriate. Neck pain accompanied by significant injury, severe or rapidly worsening symptoms, weakness, numbness, or other concerning neurological symptoms should be evaluated promptly.