Neck Pain

If you suffer from aching or sharp discomfort in your neck, see the experts at Border Pain Institute in El Paso, Texas. Board-certified pain management specialist Carlos Viesca, MD, and his team offer effective neck pain treatments to ease your discomfort and restore joint function and range of motion. Schedule an in-person or telehealth evaluation today by phone or online for neck pain relief.

What is neck pain?

Neck pain is any discomfort that develops in your upper spine, muscles, or other soft tissues in the neck. The pain can range from mild to crippling. See the Border Pain Institute experts if you suffer ongoing or extreme neck discomfort and need relief. They use cutting-edge technologies and treatments that provide long-lasting pain reduction or relief.

What are the symptoms of neck pain?

Pain in your neck can present as:

• Sharp pain
• Dull ache
• Burning
• Tingling
• Stiffness
• Soreness
• Numbness
• Muscle tension
• Spasms
• Headaches
• Reduced range of motion
• Radiating or shooting discomfort

You might always experience neck pain or only during certain activities like driving, working at your computer, turning your head, or exercising.

What increases the risk of neck pain?

Potential causes of neck pain include:

• Pinched nerve
• Muscle strain
• Worn joints
• Whiplash
• Other car accident injuries
• Arthritis
• Meningitis
• Cancer
• Spinal issues
• Poor strength
• Age-related wear

Measures that reduce your chance of neck discomfort include developing good posture when sitting or standing, sleeping in a comfortable position, staying active, not smoking, and taking frequent breaks to move your body and reduce tension.

How does a specialist diagnose the cause of neck pain?

Diagnosing neck pain involves a review of your medical history and symptoms, a medical exam, nerve testing, bloodwork, and an imaging procedure like X-rays, an MRI, or a CT scan. Once your pain management specialist diagnoses the cause of your pain, they develop a personalized treatment that provides relief.

How is neck pain treated?

The Border Pain Institute offers many neck pain treatments based on your diagnosis. You could be a candidate for one or more of the following:

• Heat or ice packs
• Medication
• Physical therapy
• Soft neck collar
• Steroid injections
• Regenerative medicine
• Chiropractic adjustment
• Massage
• Electrical nerve stimulation
• Spinal cord stimulation
• Surgery

Surgery will only be an option if other treatments haven’t worked. Your pain specialist follows up to ensure that your treatment plan works effectively. They adjust or change your treatment when necessary to provide long-lasting relief.

Schedule an in-person or telehealth neck pain evaluation at Border Pain Institute today by calling the office or booking an appointment online.