One of the most important things I do while assessing patients with musculoskeletal pain is determining their exact location of symptoms. While this seems like a simple inquiry, it requires several ...

Gentle neck stretches and strengthening exercises can help support the spine and reduce strain. That said, not all neck pain or headaches should be ignored or managed at home. New or worsening ...

Neck pain may signal a more serious underlying issue if it is severe, lasts longer than a week, or occurs with other symptoms. The neck consists of a combination of support structures that include ...

Botox is FDA approved to treat cervical dystonia, a specific type of neck pain. While some doctors use it off-label to treat other conditions that cause neck pain, Botox does not appear to be ...

What Is a Stiff Neck? The phrase "pain in the neck" was created for a good reason. Waking up with a stiff neck is an annoying and uncomfortable way to start your day. And a stiff neck is a common ...

Neck pain and stiffness can have many causes, but in most cases, the pain is a symptom of tight, tired, or injured muscles. However, an accident can lead to neck pain, as can poor posture and ...

It's important to crack your neck the right way because the wrong way can lead to new types of pain. When cracking your neck, do it gently from side to side, slowly stretching out the muscles. When ...

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Sleep, But Better newsletter series. Our seven-part guide has helpful hints to achieve better sleep. Neck pain may have many causes: Stress, poor posture, texting, ...

Our spine care specialists at University Orthopaedic Center treat multiple back and spine conditions. This includes spinal conditions that cause neck and/or back pain as well as pain that travels from ...