Neck & Spine Care

• Herniated discs
• Facet joint arthritis
• Spinal stenosis
• Bone spurs
• Degenerative disc disease

• Tingling or numbness
• Burning sensations
• Sharp or electric-shock-like pain
• Weakness in an arm or leg

Spine care begins with a thorough evaluation. Your provider will review your medical history, discuss your symptoms, perform a physical exam, and order diagnostic imaging when needed.

From there, Mercer-Bucks Orthopedics creates a personalized treatment plan that may include conservative therapies such as:

• Physical therapy
• Anti-inflammatory or pain-relieving medications
• Activity modifications

If symptoms do not improve, additional treatments may be recommended, including nerve blocks or injection therapy.

Injection-based treatments may include:

• Trigger Point Injections: These injections target tight muscle bands that contribute to neck or back pain and may provide fast relief.
• Epidural Steroid Injections: Epidural injections reduce inflammation around compressed nerves and are often used for herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or arthritis-related pain.
• Facet Joint Injections: Facet joints are small joints along the spine that can become painful due to arthritis or overuse. Injections help relieve discomfort and reduce long-term inflammation.

In more complex cases, surgery may be recommended when conservative treatments are no longer effective. Spine surgery is designed to correct the underlying problem while minimizing impact on surrounding tissues.

Your specialist will discuss all options and recommend the least invasive approach possible to help you achieve lasting relief.