Neck pain · Kirkwood, Missouri
Neck pain care starts with understanding your symptoms
Neck pain can make ordinary movements uncomfortable. At Mend Health in Kirkwood, Dr. Jennifer Morrow starts with an assessment and a conversation about your symptoms, health history, and goals before discussing hands-on care.
What we discuss first
Be ready to discuss when the pain began, what makes it better or worse, any injury, and whether symptoms travel into your arm or hand. Share your medical conditions and medications, too. That information helps a clinician decide whether treatment here is appropriate or whether you need another kind of evaluation.
Care options and realistic expectations
Research suggests that spinal manipulation or mobilization may help some people with neck pain. NCCIH describes limitations in the evidence, including small studies and inconsistent results. No single technique is a guaranteed solution; treatment choices should reflect the assessment and your preferences.
An adjustment is not something you need to agree to in advance. Discuss alternatives, expected benefits, and risks with Dr. Morrow. Temporary soreness can occur after manipulation. Rare serious complications have been reported, including artery tears associated with neck manipulation, so informed discussion matters.
NCCIH: spinal manipulation evidence and safety
Learn more about Mend Health's soft tissue care and chiropractic approach. New patients start with the Mend Assessment; the pricing page explains appointment lengths and fees.
When to seek medical help first
Get medical help right away for a stiff neck with fever and headache, or neck pain with difficulty breathing. Seek prompt medical assessment for new arm or hand weakness, numbness, symptoms after an injury, or trouble walking or balancing. Do not wait for a routine appointment for urgent symptoms.
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Dr. Morrow's perspective on desk posture and upper-back tensionEducational information can help you prepare questions. Individual care decisions belong in a conversation with a qualified clinician.
Common questions
Start with an assessment
Book a visit at the Kirkwood office or contact the practice with general scheduling questions. Discuss medical details privately with Dr. Morrow.
Care at our Kirkwood office
Plan your visit from Kirkwood or a nearby community. All appointments take place at the same Mend Health office.