Neck & Shoulder

The neck and shoulders work together to support your head and upper body. Neck injuries like whiplash can be potentially serious because the neck surrounds the spinal cord. The shoulders are susceptible to problems from injury and overuse. A common shoulder injury is to the rotator cuff, a group of muscles and tendons that give the shoulder stability. Pressure on the rotator cuff is called impingement and causes shoulder pain. Most shoulder injuries heal with rest or physical therapy, but some may require shoulder surgery. Neck pain treatment depends on the cause.