Medical Questions » Neck Questions » Question No. 717
| Question: | I have seen a chiropractor for a painful neck, but it is not getting better. What other treatments are available? |
| Answer: | The first step is to have an accurate diagnosis made as to the cause of the neck pain. This is best done by consulting a doctor who will examine you and probably order X-rays.
Once the diagnosis is known, the appropriate treatment can be given. This may involve anti-inflammarory medications, supporting collars, heat and physiotherapy. Physiotherapists are very competent in manipulation techniques, but can also apply many other modes of therapy to ease the pain associated with neck and back injuries. |
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