Turn Your Head, Work at Your Desk and Sleep Without Constant Neck Pain
At Specialty Chronic Pain Center in Boca Raton, FL, we help patients find the source of neck pain that won’t go away and build a personalized plan to ease it. Whether your pain started with an injury, years of daily strain or an underlying condition, we focus on understanding the cause before recommending care.
Request an AppointmentWhen Neck Pain Starts Getting in the Way
Neck pain can make ordinary moments difficult, such as checking a blind spot while driving, looking down at a phone, sitting through a workday or finding a comfortable position to sleep. For some people the pain stays in the neck. For others it spreads into the shoulders, upper back or arms, or comes with headaches, tingling or numbness.
Common Causes of Neck Pain
- Muscle strain and tension from posture, desk work or repetitive movement
- Whiplash and other injuries from a car accident or fall
- Arthritis and age-related wear in the joints of the neck
- Irritated or compressed nerves in the neck that cause radiating pain, tingling or weakness
- Muscle knots (trigger points) in the neck and shoulders
- Pain that continues after surgery
Symptoms We Commonly Evaluate
- Constant or recurring neck stiffness and aching
- Pain that worsens when you hold your head in one position for a long time
- Sharp pain when turning or tilting your head
- Pain, numbness or tingling that travels into the shoulder, arm or hand
- Tension-type headaches that begin at the base of the skull
- Muscle tightness or tender spots across the neck and upper back
How We Approach Neck Pain Care
Effective neck pain treatment begins with a thorough evaluation. We review your history, when and how the pain began, what makes it better or worse, and how it affects your work, sleep and daily routine. From there, we recommend a plan built around your needs and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Depending on your evaluation, your plan may include options such as:
- Trigger point injections for painful muscle knots in the neck and shoulders
- Joint injections when joint irritation contributes to your pain
- Non-opioid approaches to managing pain. Learn more about our alternatives to opioids
- Guidance on posture, activity and habits that may be keeping your pain going
Neck Pain After an Accident
If your neck pain began after a car crash, a prompt evaluation can help document your symptoms and guide your care. See how we help with post-motor vehicle accident pain.
Related Spine and Nerve Pain
Neck pain often overlaps with other spine and nerve problems. If you also have lower back pain or leg symptoms, read about our care for sciatica and chronic back pain.
Pain Management Care in Boca Raton
Our office at 1599 NW 9th Ave Suite 4 serves patients throughout Boca Raton and surrounding communities. If you are new to our practice, our new patient page explains what to expect at your first visit. To reach our team, call (561) 984-5167.
Neck Pain Treatment FAQs
What causes chronic neck pain?
Chronic neck pain can come from muscle strain, poor posture, arthritis, an old injury such as whiplash, irritated nerves or muscle knots. Often more than one factor is involved, which is why an evaluation is the first step toward the right treatment.
When should I see a pain management doctor for neck pain?
Consider an evaluation if your neck pain has lasted more than a few weeks, keeps returning, limits your daily activities or sleep, or comes with tingling, numbness or pain that travels into your arm. Pain that follows an accident or surgery should also be evaluated.
What does a neck pain evaluation involve?
We discuss your symptoms, medical history and how the pain affects your life, then determine the most likely source of your discomfort. We use that information to recommend a treatment plan that fits you.
Do you offer treatment options that do not rely on opioids?
Yes. We offer non-opioid approaches to pain management, including options such as trigger point injections and joint injections when appropriate. You can read more on our alternatives to opioids page.
Can neck pain cause headaches or arm symptoms?
Yes. Problems in the neck can contribute to headaches that start at the base of the skull and to pain, tingling or numbness in the shoulder, arm or hand. Describe all of your symptoms at your visit so we can look at the full picture.
Can you help with neck pain from a car accident?
Yes. We evaluate and treat pain that begins after a motor vehicle accident, including neck pain. Seeing a provider soon after an accident can help guide your care.
How do I schedule a neck pain appointment in Boca Raton?
You can request an appointment online or call our office at (561) 984-5167. Our hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Take the First Step Toward Relief
Don’t let neck pain keep limiting your day. Contact Specialty Chronic Pain Center in Boca Raton, FL to schedule an evaluation and learn which options may help you.