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Axial Neck Pain

Axial neck pain is the most common type of neck pain, sometimes referred to as mechanical neck pain. It is isolated to one area of the neck, and does not radiate. Pain can range from mild to severe, and can intensify with changes in posture or during physical activity. Axial neck pain is often caused by strained muscles or sprained ligaments. It may be related to trauma, or to degeneration of the cervical spine.

Radicular Neck Pain

Pain that radiates from its locus into the neck, shoulder, arm or hand is often caused by compression of a nerve root. Pain can range from mild aches and tingling to searing pain that interferes with daily activities. Radicular neck pain is most often caused by degeneration of the bony structures of the cervical spine, or by a cervical herniated disc.

Referred Neck Pain

Referred neck pain is often felt on one side of the neck, and is typically more spread out than radicular or axial neck pain. Pain is often deep, achy and throbbing. Referred neck pain can come from a myofascial trigger point located in another part of the body. It can also come from a heart attack, or from the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)

Myelopathic Neck Pain

Compression of the cervical spinal cord can cause pain in the neck, and in distant regions of the body as far away as the feet. Myelopathic pain felt in another area of the body is often misdiagnosed by conventional medical practitioners.

At NYDNRehab, we use regenerative technologies that promote the neogenesis of new cells, to accelerate the healing of muscles, bones, nerves and connective tissues. Depending on the nature of your neck pain, your treatment protocol may include some or all of our regenerative therapies.

Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT)

ESWT stimulates the growth and repair of tissues at the cellular level, to accelerate healing for the fastest possible relief from neck pain.

Extracorporeal Magnetic Transduction Therapy (EMTT)

EMTT is making headlines as the next big thing in musculoskeletal medicine and injury rehab. When combined with ESWT, EMTT helps to reduce inflammation, eliminate pain, and speed healing.

Ultrasound Guided Dry Needling

Dry needling is a safe and effective therapy for eliminating myofascial trigger points, often located near the bone-tendon junction in areas distal from the neck. Guidance with ultrasound enhances precision, eliminating the need for repeated insertions.

Ultrasound Guided Injection Therapies

We use ultrasound guided injections to reduce pain and inflammation and promote the growth of new cells. Corticosteroids, platelet rich plasma, hyaluronic acid and other injection therapies may be included in your treatment protocol.