Neck Pain
Understanding the Causes & Finding Lasting Relief
Struggling with Neck Pain?
Mr Gordan Grahovac is a Consultant Neurosurgeon specialising in spinal conditions affecting the neck and back.
Neck pain can make even the simplest tasks—like turning your head, looking down at your phone, or sleeping comfortably—feel impossible. Whether it’s a persistent ache, sharp shooting pain, or stiffness that limits your mobility, chronic neck pain can interfere with daily life, impact your posture, and lead to further complications if left untreated. Fortunately, expert care is available to help you find lasting relief.
20+ Years Spinal Experience
350+ Spinal Surgeries per year
Minimally Invasive Options
Personalised Treatment Plans
What Could Be Causing Your Neck Pain?
How I Come To Your Diagnosis
Detailed Medical History
Listen to your symptoms and concerns
Neurological & Medical Assessment
To identify the source of your pain
Advanced Imaging (MRI & CT Scan)
For a clear and accurate diagnosis
Treatment Options
A personalised plan based on your diagnosis
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Postural & Ergonomic Advice – Improving workspace setup and daily posture to reduce strain on the neck.
Physiotherapy & Targeted Exercises – Strengthening the neck and shoulder muscles to relieve pressure on the spine.
Pain Management Strategies – Including heat therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and movement modifications.
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Facet Joint Injections – Reduces inflammation and relieves pain caused by joint irritation.
Nerve Root Blocks – Provides targeted pain relief for compressed nerves in the neck.
Epidural Steroid Injections – Reduces swelling and irritation around the spinal nerves.
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Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery (MISS) – Small incisions with reduced recovery time, used to treat herniated discs and nerve compression.
Robotic-Assisted Surgery – A highly precise approach to nerve decompression procedures
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Cervical Disc Replacement – Preserves motion by replacing the damaged disc with an artificial disc.
Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF) – Removes a damaged disc and stabilises the spine to relieve nerve pressure.
Spinal Decompression Surgery – Relieves pressure from compressed spinal nerves causing pain.
If surgery is required, every treatment plan is discussed and supported within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) meeting, ensuring a carefully considered and collaborative approach to your care.
Not sure what is right for you?
How Mr Gordan Grahovac Can Help
Consultant Neurosurgeon & Complex Spinal Surgeon
If neck pain is affecting your quality of life, you don’t have to suffer in silence. Mr Gordan Grahovac is a highly experienced Consultant Neurosurgeon & Complex Spinal Surgeon in London with expertise in diagnosing and treating neck pain caused by spinal conditions. His patient-first approach ensures that each treatment plan is tailored to your specific needs, using the latest minimally invasive techniques and advanced spinal procedures to help restore function and relieve pain.
What Patients Are Saying
Frequently Asked Questions: Neck Pain
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If your neck pain is persistent, worsening, or accompanied by numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arms, you should seek medical evaluation.
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Mild neck pain can often be managed with natural approaches such as:
Posture Correction – Maintaining good posture while sitting, standing, and using devices.
Stretching & Mobility Exercises – Gentle neck and shoulder stretches to relieve tension.
Heat & Cold Therapy – Applying a warm compress to relax muscles or an ice pack to reduce inflammation.
Massage Therapy – Helps release muscle knots and improve blood circulation.
Ergonomic Adjustments – Ensuring a supportive pillow and correct desk setup.
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Yes, poor posture—especially when using computers or smartphones—can lead to muscle strain and long-term discomfort.
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Many patients find relief with physiotherapy, pain management injections, and posture corrections before considering surgery.
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Surgery is only recommended if non-invasive treatments fail and if nerve compression is severe enough to cause lasting damage.
Start Your Journey to Lasting Relief
Neck pain shouldn’t hold you back from enjoying life. Whether you need conservative treatment or advanced spinal care, Mr Gordan Grahovac is here to help.
Book a consultation today and start your journey towards lasting relief.
