Somerset, NJ -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/01/2017 -- Those who are searching for pain consultants with an office near Woodbridge, NJ, and who can help alleviate the pain caused by whiplash should look no further than the University Pain Medicine Center. In fact, the medical practice is pleased to announce that a variety of pain treatment options and care are available for patients who recently strained their necks or have been in motor vehicle accidents.
While motor vehicle accidents can certainly cause whiplash, it can also be caused by any serious trauma to the neck. Some of the symptoms of whiplash include, but are not limited to, pain or tightness in the neck, stiffness, decreased range of motion, tenderness, and headaches. Sometimes, symptoms are evident immediately while others do not show up until a few hours later.
For many people, the pain associated with whiplash is hard to ignore. Even though whiplash has been known to heal on its own, there are some instances where the pain is just too unbearable, and additional forms of treatment or procedures are necessary. Those who choose the University Pain Medicine Center to alleviate pain caused by whiplash can expect to receive customized treatment plans.
One of their physicians will meet with the patient, perform a physical, discuss the patient's medical history, and much more. Additional testing may also be recommended to determine if any serious damage has been done. Some of the treatment options available at the medical practice consist of epidural steroid injections and facet joint injections. Ultimately, the treatment the patient receives will depend on what the physician discovers after the initial consultation.
Those who would like to learn more about the University Pain Medicine Center, the headache treatments they offer to patients in Woodbridge, NJ, or any of the other services they offer, can visit them on the web at http://upmcnj.com/.
About The University Pain Medicine Center
The University Pain Medicine Center is a medical practice that is committed to helping patients manage their acute and chronic pain or recover from their injuries. In particular, they specialize in using minimally invasive techniques treatment options and procedures to help patients find relief from back, neck, knee, hip, shoulder pain, and much more. Their board-certified physicians work out of five office locations in New Jersey and New York, and those who would like to learn more about the practice, or find the nearest location, are encouraged to visit http://upmcnj.com.