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Condition: Neck Pain

Any part of your neck - muscles, bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, or nerves - can cause neck problems. Neck pain is very common. Pain may also come from your shoulder, jaw, head, or upper arms.

Muscle strain or tension often causes neck pain. The problem is usually overuse, such as from sitting at a computer for too long. Sometimes you can strain your neck muscles from sleeping in an awkward position or overdoing it during exercise. Falls or accidents, including car accidents, are another common cause of neck pain. Whiplash, a soft tissue injury to the neck, is also called neck sprain or strain.

Treatment depends on the cause, but may include applying ice, taking pain relievers, getting physical therapy or wearing a cervical collar. You rarely need surgery.

Courtesy of MedlinePlus from the National Library of Medicine.

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Resources Related to Neck Pain

Does Back and Neck Pain Require Surgery? (Video)

UAMS Health orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Sam Overley answers some common questions about back and neck pain.

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When Do I Need to See a Physician for My Back or Neck Pain? (Video)

UAMS Health sports medicine physicians Dr. Michael Cassat and Dr. Kathryn Nance talk about the appropriate time to see a doctor regarding neck or back pain.

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Providers Diagnosing or Treating Neck Pain

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe all treatments or procedures related to Neck Pain. Review each provider for availability.

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Wayne L. Bruffett, M.D.

Wayne L. Bruffett, M.D. Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

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Johnathan H. Goree, M.D.

Johnathan H. Goree, M.D. Pain Medicine Anesthesiologist

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Navin R. Kilambi, M.D.

Navin R. Kilambi, M.D. Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Ramon C. Ylanan, M.D.

Ramon C. Ylanan, M.D. Sports Medicine Specialist

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Locations Where Providers Treat Neck Pain

Note that the treatment of Neck Pain may not be performed at every location listed below. The list may include locations where the treatment plan is developed during and after a patient visit.

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UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic, Colonel Glenn Road

Back and Neck Clinic (Part of Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn)

10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5270
New and Returning Patients
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Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic in North Little Rock exterior

Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic in North Little Rock

4261 Stockton Drive
Stockton Medical Plaza
Suite 100
North Little Rock, AR 72117

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-526-5451
Returning Patients
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Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinic exterior

Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville

201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
479-966-4491
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Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

507 W. Monroe Ave.
Suite A
Lowell, AR 72745

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-7030
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Autumn Road Clinic

Orthopaedic Clinic on Autumn Road

600 Autumn Road
Little Rock, AR 72211

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-320-7776
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UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic, Colonel Glenn Road

Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn

10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-406-9201
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The exterior of the Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital

Specialty Clinic (Part of the Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital)

801 Cottage Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-6067
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Exterior of Baptist-UAMS Ortho

UAMS Baptist Health Orthopaedic Clinic in Conway

625 United Drive
Baptist Health Medical Office Building
Suite 350
Conway, AR 72032

Appointment Phone Number
501-358-6792
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Areas of Expertise for Neck Pain

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Pain Management

The pain management specialists at UAMS Health offer the latest treatments and technologies for managing pain.

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Spine Care (Part of Orthopaedics)

UAMS Health offers a complete range of services for the treatment of spinal conditions, no matter the cause.

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Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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