Neck pain is a very common complaint we see in our patients. For some, the pain is purely muscular (trigger points / muscle knots), however for other patients it is due to arthritis (cervical spondylosis), involuntary spasms (cervical dystonia), or nerve root impingement (cervical radiculopathy).
Dr Sader will use a combination of very specific questions on history, physical exam maneuvers, diagnostic testing (nerve conduction studies, MRI), to get to the right pain generator before deciding on the best treatment approach.
The general approach to neck pain treatment is a spectrum, starting with more conservative measures (physical therapy for example), progressing to non-opioid medications (usually nerve medications and muscle relaxants), and if that fails, injection therapy (epidural steroid injections, facet injections, Botox injections). The last resort is a referral to spine surgery.
Providing specialized neurological and pain management care with a patient-centered approach. Dr. Sader combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to help patients achieve optimal health outcomes.
