Non-Surgical Treatments for Back and Neck Problems

About 95% of back and neck problems can be treated effectively without spinal surgery. Non-surgical treatment can include medication, physicaltherapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, braces, and spinal injections. The new standard of care is to combine these therapies to maximize benefits.

Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care originated in the late 1800's. Today, chiropractors are found throughout the United States, Canada and much of Europe.

• Back Pain and Chiropractic
• Chiropractic Management of Neck Pain
• More than Spinal Manipulation
• Treatment of Herniated Discs
• Your Guide to Chiropractic Care

Alternative Medicine

The term alternative medicine encompasses a wide array of treatments which may include physical manipulation, stimulation of traditional remedies. Although supporting research is limited, there is no doubt that some patients experience relief as a result of alternative treatments.

• Alternative Treatments to Reduce Sciatica
• Alternative Ways to Manage Chronic Spinal Pain
• Finding an Alternative Medical Practitioner
• I Still Have Back Pain! Now What?

Pain Management

For many patients, managing the pain of their condition is the most important aspect of their treatment. Pain management comes in many forms. A sampling of potential techniques us found below.

• All about Pain Management
• Your Guide to Medication and Back Pain Treatment
• When Steroid Injections are Suitable
• Injections
• Spinal Bracing
• Topical (Skin) Pain Relievers: Effective?
• Your Guide to Pain Management

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is often the first step in treatment of spinal problems and may be recommended by your physician. Learn more about the methods and benefits of physical therapy.

• PT's Role in Improving Back Health
• Physical Therapy Treatments
• What Can PT Accomplish that I Can't Do on My Own?
• The McKenzie Method(r)
• Your Guide to Physical Therapy