Chiropractor for neck pain, serving San Diego and Poway
From accident injuries to age-related neck pain, Dr. David Anderson starts with a full exam to find the source of the pain, at his Scripps Ranch office serving San Diego and Poway.
- Find the source: A full exam, your medical history, and what you have already tried.
- Range of motion and reflexes: Neurological and physical tests, including muscle strength and reflexes.
- Manual adjustments: A neck adjustment usually involves manual adjustments to the joints of the neck, if the exam says adjustments are right for you.
- A plan for home too: Your plan may include exercises at home, massage and other therapies.
Neck pain has a lot of possible sources, so Dr. David Anderson starts by finding yours. The office is at 10585 Scripps Poway Pkwy, Ste C, in Scripps Ranch, San Diego, and serves Poway too. Call 858-549-1088 .
What can cause neck pain?
MedlinePlus says any part of your neck can cause neck problems: muscles, bones, joints, tendons, ligaments or nerves. Muscle strain or tension often causes neck pain, usually from overuse such as sitting at a computer too long. Falls and accidents, including car accidents, are another common cause.
Dr. Anderson's office sees neck pain from three kinds of causes:
- Injuries and accidents, including whiplash after a car accident .
- Age-related conditions, such as spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease and osteoarthritis.
- Daily life, such as posture and tension in the neck muscles.
What should you expect at the exam?
Dr. Anderson will conduct a full exam and document your relevant medical history and the treatment you have tried. Come ready to answer these:
- When did the pain start?
- What have you tried to ease it?
- Does the pain travel to your arms, shoulders or back?
- Does anything ease your discomfort?
- What makes it worse?
He usually observes your range of motion and notes the alignment and curvature of your neck, then runs neurological tests, including muscle strength and reflexes. If needed, he will order X-rays, CAT scans or MRIs. These tests help him decide whether spinal adjustments are right for you.
What does care look like?
A neck adjustment usually involves manual adjustments to the joints of the neck. Your personal care plan may also include exercises you can do at home, massage and other therapies . The office consults with your primary care physician or physical therapist to work out the best path forward.
Hurt in an accident?
Start with car accident and whiplash care . If you also have a headache, read concussion signs that can start days or weeks later first.
Book a neck pain exam
Call 858-549-1088 or visit the contact page . New patients pay $65 on the first visit. See hours and directions for the Scripps Ranch office .
Frequently asked questions
MedlinePlus says muscle strain or tension often causes it, usually from overuse. Falls and accidents, including car accidents, are another common cause. Your exam looks for the source of yours.
Questions about when the pain started and what makes it better or worse, range of motion, neurological tests for muscle strength and reflexes, and imaging if it is needed.
Yes. The office consults with your primary care physician or physical therapist to work out the best path forward for you.
Have another question?
Call the office to ask about your visit.
Plan your visit
Call our Scripps Ranch office or send an appointment request. Walk-ins are welcome.
