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I have gotten a stiff neck along with lower back pain ,so do i visit a neurologist or orthopedist ?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Neither: Give it at least 2 weeks to see if symptoms improve with conservative treatment-heat,Advil/Motrin

Answered 9/13/2014

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

Stiff neck and back: pain are common problems. Primary care doctors can often deal with this as can chiropractors, physical therapists and massage therapists. Private practice neurologists will vary a bit in their approach and are well trained to treat these problems conservatively. Orthopedic surgeons like to order scans and operate on things. I would go with a conservative approach first (read up on both topics)

Answered 9/28/2016

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