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Neck and back pain in Forest Glen area of Silver Spring, MD

Many people suffer from back and neck pain in Forest Glen, Silver Spring, MD. These pains can range from less suffering and mild to severe and life-threatening pain. If you are one of them and facing neck or back pain for a long time, then you should not neglect your health. You should immediately consult the Neck and Back Pain specialist at Physical Therapy Works in Forest Glen, Silver Spring, MD.

What are the major causes of neck and back pain?

The cause of neck and back pain is hard to diagnose without a proper medical check-up. The Neck and Back Pain specialist at Physical Therapy Works in Forest Glen, Silver Spring, MD can help you to find out the cause behind the pain. Below are some causes that can cause back and neck pain as per the specialists:
  • Injury, trauma, or fractures due to any accident or any other cause.
  • Infection in the affected area or pain-induced area.
  • Bone spur ortumors are generally called abnormal growth.
  • Poor muscle volume in the body.
  • Any kind of muscle and ligament tears.
  • Obesity, due to which pressure on the spine and disc can be increased.
  • Degeneration of spinal cord.
  • Regular smoking.
  • Herniated disc and arthritis.
  • Strain or sprain and spasm or muscle tension.

How the diagnosis of neck and back pain is done at Physical Therapy Works, in Forest Glen, Silver Spring, MD?

If you ever face any kind of back or neck pain, then you should consult the specialist at Physical Therapy Works. The specialist may suggest some physical and medical examination. The examination may include x-ray or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans. The MRI scan gives an overall view of the affected area, which includes ligaments, blood vessels, and tendons. MRI scan can diagnose inflammation, infection, tumor, etc. The x-ray can be helpful to diagnose fractures or broken bones. So, do not hesitate to consult the neck and back pain specialists at Physical Therapy Works in Forest Glen, Silver Spring, MD.

How treatment of back and neck pain is done at Physical Therapy Works, in Forest Glen, Silver Spring, MD?

Physical Therapy works provide some effective ways to treat back and neck pain, which include medications, physical therapies, and non-surgical procedure. It is even possible to recover and relieve pain by simply getting some rest.

Among all the ways, surgical treatment should be considered if necessary. Before opting for surgical treatment, you should consider some other remedies that may be effective. Such remedies include:
  • Cold or hot treatment. (With proper consultation)
  • Injections to relieve pain.
  • Acupuncture therapy.
  • Certain medication.
  • Use of corsets or braces to support the affected area.
  • Some specific exercises or aerobics to strengthen the muscles and ease the pain.

To inquire more about the Neck and Back Pain treatment offered at Physical Therapy Works in Forest Glen, Silver Spring MD, call us at (301) 448-1911 “OR” Book your appointment today!

Our Health Plans

Physical therapy services are provided and billed by Physical Therapy Works. Our providers participate in most of the major health insurance plans in the Maryland metro area. The following are the health plans which we currently accept.
  • Medicare/Medicaid
  • Anthem
  • Veterans Choice Program (VCP)
  • Health Net Financial Services
  • CareFirst
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Our Staff

Kshanila Gandhi
Kshanila Gandhi
Physical Therapist
Abi Agbo
Abi Agbo
Office Administrator