Back & Neck Pain

Non-surgical evaluation and treatment of spine and musculoskeletal pain.

Back and neck pain can come from muscles, joints, discs, or irritated nerves. A physiatrist (a physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation) looks at how the pain affects your movement and daily activities, not only where it hurts.

Your visit typically includes a history and physical examination focused on strength, reflexes, sensation, and motion. If pain travels into an arm or leg, nerve testing (EMG/NCS) may help find the cause.

Treatment plans are built around restoring function and may combine therapy, activity guidance, and other non-surgical care. If surgery may help, your physician will discuss a referral.

Call 911 or go to an emergency room for back pain with new loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness in the groin area, sudden leg weakness, or pain after a serious fall or accident.

Schedule an evaluation

Call 703.664.7285 to make an appointment at one of our three Northern Virginia offices. See what to expect at your first visit or browse all conditions we treat.

This page is for general information and is not medical advice.