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Back and Neck Pain Treatment

From massage to medications to surgery, choosing treatment for back and neck pain starts with understanding your options. Get the facts to make informed choices regarding your care.
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Microdiscectomy Surgery: Procedure, Risks, Benefits
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What is Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
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Easy Moves to Help Relieve Tension and Pain in Your Neck
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Self Myofascial Release Techniques for Neck and Shoulders
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Surgical Treatment of a Herniated Lumbar Disc
Many people suffer from back pain.
Learn How Many People Are Using Telemedicine for Back Pain
Orthotics
Custom Orthotics and Shoe Inserts for Low Back Pain Relief
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Can Tricyclic Anti-Depressants Help Your Back Pain?
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How Aspirin Works for Back Pain and Possible Side Effects
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Learn About the Iontophoresis and Dexamethasone Patch
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Here Are 5 Reasons to Decide If You Need a 2nd Back Surgery
I think it's getting serious
Do You Need a Neurosurgeon for Your Neck or Back?
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Pseudoarthrosis in the Cervical and Lumbar Spine
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How Dynamic Stabilization and Lumber Fusion Surgery Work
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Discectomy for Herniated Disc
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Disc Replacement or Spinal Fusion?
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How to Treat Back Pain for Athletes
I feel the pain in my back
Back Pain Treatments on the Horizon
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Should You See a Physiatrist?
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How the Skeletal Muscle Relaxer Flexeril Works to Relieve Spasms
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What to Expect When You Visit Your Doctor for Back Pain
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Should You Take Acetaminophen or Tylenol for Back Pain?
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10 Different Types of Back Pain Doctors
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Is Lumbar Disc Replacement Surgery Right for Me?
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8 Home Remedies to Ease Your Neck and Back Pain
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Learn How Medical Ozone Therapy Can Help Your Spine
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Discover How Acupuncture Can Help Back Pain and Neck Aches
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Electric Muscle Stimulation in for Neck or Back Pain
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How to Treat Neck Pain for Non-Specific Cervical Spine Conditions
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Chiropractic Adjustments After a Back Surgery
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How to Self-Massage Your Trapezius Muscle
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How to Encourage Your Child to Wear a Scoliosis Brace
Healing a back injury
3 Stages of Healing a Back Injury
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How Pain Management Can Treat and Reduce Different Types of Conditions
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Does Botox Work for Neck and Back Pain?
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A Rheumatologist Can Put Your Back 'Back in Business'
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Taking Ibuprofen for Neck or Back Pain
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Chiropractic Terms for Treating the Spine
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Should You Apply Heat or Ice for a Back Injury?
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Traction for Your Spine — What You Need to Know
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Moist Heat Physical Therapy Modality
Amitriptyline
Amitriptyline: An Antidepressant Also Used for Pain
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These Are the Side Effects of Pain Medication
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How Enteric-Coating Medication Prevents Side Effects Common in NSAIDs
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7 Ways to Treat Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
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Inactive Ingredients in Common Pain Medications
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Elavil Dosage for Migraines and Other Pain
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Signs It's Time to See a Doctor for Neck or Back Pain
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Inflammatory Granuloma Symptoms and Prevention
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Your Science-Backed Guide for Treating Low Back Pain
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Spinal Cord Stimulation for Pain Management
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What to Expect When You Have a Trial Pain Pump Implanted
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How to Use Alternative Medicine to Manage Spinal Stenosis Pain
Advil
What Are the Benefits and Side Effects of Taking Advil?
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Discover the Best Ways to Get Relief From a Back Muscle Spasm
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Medial Branch Blocks and Injections—Medicare Fraud Opportunity?
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Back or Neck Pain Medication — What Can Over the Counters Do For You?
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Cold Laser Therapy May Help Your Back Pain
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COX-2 Inhibitors vs. Opioids for Back or Neck Pain
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The Multifidus Back Pain Solution Book Review