Shoulder Pain or Neck Pain? How to Tell the Difference | Expert Advice from Dr. Leon Popovitz & Dr. Michael Mizhiritsky
Shoulder pain is one of the most common complaints we hear in orthopedic practices, but did you know that the source of the pain may not always be the shoulder itself? In this blog, Dr. Leon Popovitz and Dr. Michael Mizhiritsky from NY Bone & Joint Specialists break down the relationship between shoulder and neck […]
Do I Have Chronic Neck Pain?
Many of us have a sore or aching neck at the end of the day. This could be the result of a variety of things: bad posture, an uncomfortable workspace, “text-neck”, or maybe a condition leading to chronic neck pain. Chronic neck pain differs from acute neck pain (neck pain resulting from injury, or trauma) in […]
Young People Get Neck Pain Too
As we get older, we will develop wear and tear, degeneration, or osteoarthritis in many areas, including the spine. This may cause stiffness and pain. However, there are many sources and structures that can cause pain way before arthritis is seen. Neck pain in young, healthy adults is a very common symptom. If you fall asleep on […]
