Head and neck pain can stem from a variety of factors. The neck's fragility makes it susceptible to injuries, which can cause both short-term (acute) and long-lasting (chronic) pain. Poor posture, repetitive movements that strain the neck (overuse), and traumatic injuries are often the main causes. Injuries frequently involve the pulling or tearing of the muscles and ligaments that provide support to the neck. Furthermore, as individuals age, the gradual accumulation of wear and tear can lead to chronic degenerative conditions such as:

• Cervical radiculopathy (pinched nerve)
• Facet joint arthritis
• Herniated discs
• Degenerative disc disease
• Spinal stenosis
• Bone spurs
• Slipped vertebrae

Neck pain can frequently lead to head pain since the nerves that originate from the cervical spine extend to the head. Moreover, conditions like concussions, migraines, and cluster headaches can cause chronic head pain. At Total Spine and Wellness we will look at the condition and guide you to the best approach for an optimal outcome.

Can stem cells help my neck pain?

Stem cell therapy has the potential to alleviate neck pain by activating the repair process of tissues surrounding the spine. The stem cells not only assist in repairing the damage directly but also stimulate the body's innate healing mechanism. Over the following weeks and months after receiving stem cell injections, the tissue repair progress continues, leading to gradual improvement in both pain relief and functionality for the patient.