As many as 70% of adults will experience neck pain at some point. Fortunately, it often goes away with self-care at home. But, when neck pain lasts for days or weeks, it can be frustrating, painful and – in some cases – debilitating.
The Spine Center at St. Elizabeth provides experienced, knowledgeable care to help understand the source of your neck pain and relieve your symptoms. Our partnerships with leading practices in the area give our patients unmatched access to the latest advances in treatment and state-of-the-art technology.
Together, we’ll create a plan that’s right for you: one that helps get you back to the activities, people and places you love.
Understanding the neck
Your neck is made up of seven vertebrae, discs and cartilage that give you the perfect balance of flexibility and stability to move through your day. This top part of your spine – the cervical spine – not only allows movement, but it provides a connection from the brain to all parts of the body through the spinal canal. Learn more about your cervical spine.
Common conditions that cause neck and arm pain
There are many conditions that cause neck or arm pain: From tossing and turning at night to serious injuries (like whiplash) or chronic conditions, such as arthritis. Common cervical spine conditions include:
Common symptoms of cervical spine conditions and injuries
Neck pain isn’t the only symptom of an injury or condition that affects the neck. Learn about common symptoms of cervical spine conditions and injuries: