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Our board-certified orthopedic spine surgeons have extensive experience in every option for operative and non-operative care to identify the best treatment options for you.
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Why does my neck hurt?
The most common cause of acute neck pain is muscle strain. Other common causes are degeneration of the discs and facet joints.
Why is my neck stiff?
Arthritis of the discs and facet joints in the neck can lead to neck stiffness. Muscle spasms also cause neck stiffness.
Why do I have pain that shoots down my arm from the neck?
Disc herniations, bulges, and neck arthritis can cause nerve impingement in the spine, which can lead to radiating pain in the arm/forearm/hand.
What causes a numbness or tingling sensation that radiates through my arm?
Nerves in the spine can get pinched and cause this. Also, nerves can be irritated in the arm/forearm/wrist that can cause this sensation.
What are the most common treatments for neck pain?
Medications like tylenol, anti-inflammatories, ice/heat, stretching exercises, massage, physical therapy.

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Meet with an orthopedic specialist and leave with a clear plan—often starting with the simplest effective options.

Convenient Outpatient Options

When surgery is the right step, we offer accredited outpatient surgery center options designed for efficiency and patient comfort at lower cost than hospital settings.

Patient Success Stories

Patient Testimonials – Edmonds Orthopedic Center
“When I saw you last Wednesday I really wanted to hug you in thanks – your heart and head and hands relieved my pain and made the future live again. I wish for you a life filled with all that’s good, and maybe a few challenges to make it interesting! Your forever grateful patient.”
– G.R.

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Treatment Options

Neck pain can be caused by many different conditions. It can range from uncomfortable to disabling. The fastest route to recovery is correct diagnosis of the problem and the optimum therapy. Our board-certified orthopedic spine surgeons have extensive experience in every aspect of both operative and non-operative care. They work as a team with patients and their families to ensure the best treatment possible.

Neck Anatomy/Conditions

  • Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Cervical Disc Herniation
  • Cervical Spine Stenosis
  • Sciatica
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Scoliosis
  • Spine fractures

Surgical

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Cervical decompression

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Cervical disk replacement

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ACDF

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Lumbar decompression (laminectomy)

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Lumbar microdiskectomy

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Minimally-Invasive Surgery

R

Oblique Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (OLIF)

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Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF)

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Posterior Lumbar fusion

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Coflex

Non-surgical

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Epidural steroid injection

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Physical Therapy

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NSAIDs

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Medications

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Home Exercise

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Acupuncture

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Chiropractic care

Neck Doctors

Andrew Chrisman, MD

Andrew Chrisman, MD

David Nelles, MD

David Nelles, MD

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