Dr. Likver provides state-of-the-art pain management for back pain in patients in Manhattan and throughout the New York City metropolitan region, helping men and women relieve pain and inflammation so they can enjoy pain-free movement again.
Back pain is one of the most common complaints among men and women worldwide, and it's no wonder – your back is involved in just about every activity you undertake, including simply standing and sitting. Back pain can occur for many different reasons, including:
overuse
repetitive use
arthritis
improper lifting techniques
slip-and-fall accidents, motor vehicle accidents and sports injuries
poor posture
sitting or standing for long periods of time
herniated discs
obesity
wearing shoes that don't provide adequate support
carrying heavy loads or loads that are unbalanced
Understanding the underlying cause of back pain is critical to ensuring you get the right kind of care and therapy for the best results.
Most types of back pain can be treated with conservative – that is, non-surgical – approaches. We offer a complete array of treatment options so patients can get the care they need for the best possible outcomes. Treatment options include:
ultrasound-guided injections
therapeutic exercises
lifestyle changes, including employing better ergonomics at work or during other activities so you can avoid future injuries
prescription medications to relieve pain and inflammation
hot and cold therapy
stretching techniques aimed at improving range of motion as well as promoting healthy, restorative circulation
Most back pain patients have more than one type of therapy to help provide both immediate resolution of symptoms as well as long-term healing for greater comfort and improved quality of life.
Many types of back pain can be prevented by being more physically active, losing excess weight, wearing supportive shoes and avoiding sitting or standing for long periods of time whenever possible. Seeing a doctor at the first sign of back pain is also important to help prevent the condition from becoming worse.
If you don't see your insurance listed, don't worry! Please call or email as this list can change and we accept many insurances out of network.
Dr. Likver has been a true savior. She's enabled me to live an active life again. After visiting other doctors with no results I was lucky to find Dr. Likver.
I did not think that I could be cured with anything but surgery until I saw Dr. Likver. I feel like a new man.
