Caring for Your Back and Neck
Back and neck pain can range from irritating to debilitating. There are many causes of back and neck pain, including spinal issues. Your spine runs from your neck (a section called the cervical spine) to your lower back (lumbar spine).
If pain caused by spinal issues is controlling the way you move, contact the spine therapy experts at Sanford Health. Our specialists will work with you to find tailored treatments for your condition. We’ll explore surgical and non-surgical treatments and pain management options.
Treating Your Back and Neck Pain
See a spinal therapy specialist if you have acute or chronic back or neck pain. You’ll work with one of our experts to find solutions that fit your lifestyle and condition.
There are several non-surgical treatments that can improve your pain, including:
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Braces
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Hot or cold packs
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Medications
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Osteopathic manipulation
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Physical therapy exercises
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Steroid injections
If medications and other non-surgical treatments don’t relieve your pain, we’ll discuss your surgical options. You’ll work with leading surgeons using the latest techniques to reach your health goals.
Listen to our podcast on the causes and cures of back and neck pain.
Spinal Conditions We Treat
In addition to back and neck pain, our spine therapy specialists treat a variety of spinal conditions, including:
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Spinal infections, tumors and trauma
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Spondylolisthesis
Find a Spine Therapy Clinic
If you have a spinal condition or back and neck pain, don’t wait to get help. Our experts are here to help you find relief and move freely.
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Relieve Pain Without Surgery
At Sanford Health, we want to relieve, reduce or manage your pain without surgery, if possible. That's why we first offer non-surgical options such as injections, physical therapy and medications. We might start with nerve conduction studies. Nerve conduction and electromyography (EMG) test your nerves' electrical signals. Your doctor can use these tests to find out where your pain is coming from and how your body is affected.
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Classes & Events
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