Expert: Thomas Sabalaske DO - 1/4/2011

Question
Dear

I wonder is this your area of expertise.

I have mal alignment of neck C3,4,5.

I am not sure what to do about it.

I gives me pain in my back when walking or sitting for long periods.

Thank you
Cristelle

Answer
 Hi there Cristelle and thank you for writing.  I'm curious how you know the exact levels of dysfunction you have, but at least you are aware of some of your problem areas.  Whenever someone has a pain syndrome, the bio-mechanical issues that are causing it are rarely localized to the area of pain.  Find a quality osteopath, chiropractor or manual physical therapist in your area to give you a good head to toe exam and treatment and figure out where things are tight, or muscles are asymmetric or areas you need to strengthen or stretch to prevent this problem from happening again.  Good luck.  Dr. S