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I work in an office where sometimes I sit in front of a computer all day. Lately I have been having really uncomfortable neck and upper back and shoulder pain/strain/tension(kinda feels like a a tight rubber band that ties my upper spine to my head/neck which makes good posture feel straining) I noticed that the part of my upper spine seems to be protruding like the bone is almost growing separate from my neck(exaggerated when I bend my head forward). It also feels like there is a lump on my neck and I'm not sure if it's just a Really tight muscle but its been there for about 2 months now. When I touch my scalp I feel a lot of lumps, my mom says their from stress but I'm not really stressed and they are big lumps, sometimes my head hurts and I can feel the tension in these lumps and down to my shoulders.... Is this something a Chiropractor could help me with? Should I consult my Dr? What could it be?
Hello Silvia,
I am sorry to hear of your complaints.
Let me cut to the chase:
".....Should I consult my Dr? What could it be?....."- yes.
You should certainly be evaluated- whether by your family MD or your local family DC (doctor of chiropractic).
Perhaps you are developing 'lipomas'. A lipoma is a fatty tumor. Usually unimportant except for cosmetic reasons- these lumps/ bumps may be an accumulation of fat- a fatty tumor- a Lipoma. Only a Doctor can be sure.
If these lumps/ bumps are something else??? Hmmmmmmm, without seeing you in person, I really could not hazard any other guess.
Yes see your MD or DC.
Either should recognize a Lipoma. Either might send you to a dermatologist.
Could this be some kind of tension knot?- in your neck/ back perhaps yes,,,, or your scalp- probably no. If it is a tension knot--- then the Doctor of Chiropractic would be a great place.
I hope my information helps.
Go Get Checked Out.
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| Comment | Thank You! I will set an appointment. It's a lot better to be safe than sorry. I hope it's nothing too bad. If it is a tension knot would massage or chiropractic be a more appropriate treatment? Could it possibly have anything to do with my lymph nodes? | ||
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Dr. Victor Dolan, DC, DACBSP
Expertise
Staten Island Chiropractor Dr. Victor Dolan | 718-981-9755 | www.drvictordolan.net | www.statenislandchiropractor.com | Nutrition, Sciatica, Headache, Neck Pain, Back Pain, Herniated Disc, Workers Compensation, Auto Accident Claims, Vertebral Subluxation Complex, Muscle Spasm
Experience
Palmer College Graduate 1983; Thirty years in practice in my hometown of Staten Island, New York.
Expert in Neuro-musculo-skeletal complaints. Utilizing techniques such as Chiropractic via Palmer Package, Diversified, Thompson, SOT, Activator, Manipulation Under Anesthesia and Nutritional Guidance. I am also a Certified Nutritionist.
Organizations
Pi Kappa Chi Alumni Association President; PKX Alumni Brother of the Year; Knights of Columbus
Masons; Ancient Order of Hibernians
Publications
American Public Health Association (2003) - Oral Presentation
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science (cum laude) Wagner College 1979; Doctorate of Chiropractic (cum laude) Palmer Chiropractic 1983; Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, New Jersey (38MC00634000) & New York (X3567); Diplomat, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners; Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician - A.C.A./New York Chiropractic College (1986); Diplomat, American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians (1996); Diplomat, American Academy of Pain Management (1998); Certified Personal Fitness Trainer; Certified Emergency Medical Technician - New York State and National Registry; Certified Manipulation Under Anesthesia (1998); Certified Clinical Nutritionist - International & American Assoc. of Clinical Nutrition (1999)
Awards and Honors
Prevention Magazine – Award for Chiropractic Excellence 1998; Chief of Chiropractic - Doctors Hospital - New York 1997; SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Award for Most Popular Series (1996/1997/1998); Volunteer Heart Resuscition Unit - Commendation for Meritorious Service (1994); SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Best Health Series (1994); Staten Island Richmond Lions - Melvin Jones Fellowship Award (1993); Pi Kappa Chi - Alumni Fraternity Brother of the Year (1987/1988); American Public Health Association (2003); American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians Symposium Presentation - Adolescent Athletic Injury (2004)
Past/Present Clients
Doctors Hospital of Staten Island - Chief of Chiropractic (1997-2001); Curtis High School Football (1988 to present)- New York City PSAL Football CHAMPION (2007)
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