Dr. Christian Whitney, DO

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What should I do if back pain is disturbing my sleep?

If back pain is disturbing your sleep, a focused history and physical examination by your doctor

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What procedures help treat neck pain?

When conservative treatments such as medications, physical therapy, and alternative treatments

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What is complex regional pain syndrome?

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition that presents as continuous,

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How do I know whether to use ice or heat for pain?

Many people get confused about whether to use ice or heat after an injury, says pain

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How is a radiofrequency ablation done?

Radiofrequency ablation can be done in a hospital or in an outpatient setting, and most

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What is radiofrequency ablation?

Radiofrequency ablation can be used to treat a wide variety of pain disorders, explains pain

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Are there any side effects from radiofrequency ablation?

The most common side effect from radiofrequency ablation occurs immediately after having the

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What can cause neck pain and headaches?

Neck pain is commonly associated with headaches. In fact, "cervicogenic headaches" are the most

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How can epidural injections relieve chronic pain?

Epidural steroid injections are indicated for the treatment of neck and lower back pain with

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What causes low back pain?

Low back pain is one of the most common reasons why people seek medical care. It is estimated

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How are neck and back pain treated?

The treatment choice for neck and back pain depends upon the cause of the pain, the severity of

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What are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?

NSAIDs are commonly used to treat inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, bursitis,

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