Neck pain is one of the most disturbing pains which are very difficult to treat.
- It not only involves the neck but extends to the base of the skull, mid-back, shoulders, and both arms.
- Pain can result in numbness of both arms with progressive weakness in holding daily use articles like tea cups.
Pain Mimicking Cardiac Issues
- Pain traveling to the left arm may mimic cardiac pain and is very worrisome and a source of added anxiety.
Causes of Neck Pain
- There can be many causes of neck pain starting from muscle spasm to fibromyalgia, osteophytes (bone edges), slip discs, nerve compression, and neck region infections.
Treatment Options
- Most of the pains are treatable with the help of small exercises and a few small noninvasive interventional procedures.
- It is mandatory to find the cause of pain in order to treat it accordingly.
- The search for diagnosis starts from a good physical examination to neck X-rays, ultrasound, and MRI.
Ozone Therapy for Neck Pain
- Ozone can be of great help in most causes of neck pain.
- It is the easiest way to relieve neck pain.
- In cases of muscle spasm, neck pain, and osteophyte formation, it is injected into the skin at different points with minimal pain and very good results.
- Local anesthetic spray is used beforehand to further reduce pain.
- It relieves spasm and relaxes muscles resulting in pain relief.
- It can be given subcutaneously, intramuscularly, and into the disc depending upon the condition of the patient and MRI report.
Procedure and Effectiveness
- Most patients get significant improvement after putting it on the skin.
- A very small 27 G needle is used and the procedure takes three to five minutes.
- Patients can go home and start normal activities soon.
- Three to five sessions may be needed depending upon the condition and response of the patient.
Conclusion on Ozone Therapy
- Ozone therapy is an effective treatment for most types of neck pain with almost no side effects and complications.
- It should be the first line of treatment if pain is not relieved by rest and medication.