Neck Conditions

Superior view of a cervical (neck) vertebrae.

    • Compression or irritation of nerve roots in the cervical spine, commonly caused by herniated discs, bone spurs, or narrowing of the spinal canal, resulting in pain, weakness, and numbness.

    • A disc functions similarly to a shock absorber, but with time, it may experience wear or damage. Signs of an injury related to a disc could manifest as reduced neck mobility, tingling extending into the shoulder or arm, and weakness in the neck.

    • Overuse or sudden, forceful movement leading to microscopic tears in the neck muscles, often due to poor posture, repetitive motions, or excessive stress on the neck.

    • Chronic muscle tension in the neck and shoulders, often related to stress, poor posture, or prolonged use of electronic devices, leading to headache and neck pain.

    • Caused by abrupt, forceful back-and-forth movement of the neck, often due to car accidents, leading to strain or injury in the soft tissues, ligaments, and muscles of the neck.

    • Progressive degeneration of the cervical spine due to aging, leading to wear and tear of intervertebral discs and the formation of bone spurs, resulting in pain and stiffness.