Neck Pain Treatment in Scottsdale

No Drugs, No Injections, No Surgery Neck Pain Relief

At LaserTech Pain and Back Relief Center, we help patients throughout Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area find lasting relief from chronic neck pain without surgery, injections, or long-term reliance on medication. Led by Dr. Zimmerman, our team uses a combination of non-invasive therapies to target the source of neck pain, not just mask the symptoms, so patients can get back to the activities they love.

If you’ve been living with neck pain and stiffness that just won’t go away, or you’ve been told your only options are injections, medication, or surgery, we invite you to explore what our non-surgical approach can do.

Neck pain relief is possible, even when other treatments have failed.

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What Causes Neck Pain?

The neck, or cervical spine, is one of the most mobile and vulnerable parts of the spine. It supports the full weight of your head while allowing you to turn, tilt, and nod, which makes it especially prone to injury, strain, and degeneration over time. Neck pain can develop gradually or appear suddenly, and it often stems from more than one underlying cause.

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Common causes of neck pain include:

Because so many different structures in the neck, discs, joints, nerves, and muscles, can all contribute to pain, an accurate diagnosis is an important first step toward effective treatment.

Common Symptoms of Neck Pain

  • Dull, aching pain or sharp, sudden pain in the neck
  • Stiffness and reduced range of motion when turning or tilting the head
  • Muscle tightness or spasm in the neck and upper shoulders
  • Headaches that originate at the base of the skull
  • Pain that radiates into the shoulders, arms, or hands
  • Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arms or hands
  • Pain that worsens with certain postures, such as looking down at a phone or sitting at a desk

If your neck pain has lasted more than a few weeks, keeps returning, or comes with radiating symptoms into your arms or hands, it’s worth having it evaluated rather than waiting for it to resolve on its own.

Patient Testimonials

"I had a great experience with Dr. Zimmerman. I flew in from Oregon to pursue the treatment his office provides. He worked on my neck, left shoulder, and left arm. Both my range of motion when lifting my arm and my grip strength improved significantly. After 5 weeks of treatment I had full range of motion back and my grip strength more than doubled in the left arm, hand, and shoulder. My pain has also improved. His staff is friendly and goes above and beyond to keep you comfortable. I would recommend Laser Tech to anyone who battles chronic pain. Thank you all for helping improve my condition."
~ Bunny P.
"Dr. Z and his team are amazing. I was treated for neck tension and a shoulder/bicep injury. Ani, Joanne, Jenn and Katie are wonderful people who care about their work and the patients. I always felt like therapy is just hanging out with wonderful people they immediately make anyone feel like part of the laser tech family. Very accommodating and really there for the patients needs. Dr. Z is approachable and knowledgeable he is always happy to share information about treatment. He walks around most of the time when not in consults which is not something every doctor is willing or able to do. I would highly recommended this practice to anyone if you are ready to start feeling better. After following the protocol my injury has healed and my neck has more movement. This could not be a more welcoming practice to be a part of."
~ Briana O.
"I had issues with my neck (from several sports injuries) that kept getting more severe. Initially, regular massages would fix things, but eventually I had to see a chiropractor. The one I was referred to literally cracked my neck and I was not able to get out of bed the next morning. The nerve pain was excruciating and I lost mobility of my right arm. Over the next 3 months I tried various treatments (including injections, which only provided very temporary relief). At this point I had almost lost all muscle mass in my right arm and I was resigned to needing surgery. At a list ditch internet search for help, my wife came across decompression therapy. We looked up local providers and found LaserTech, which has one of the most modern spinal decompression machines (DRX9000). I consulted with Dr. Zimmerman and he came up with a 6-week regiment of decompression therapies (4-5 times per week). After the first 2 weeks I could already see improvement in pain level and mobility. After the full 6-week therapy I had no more pain and regain full mobility in my right arm. We slowly lowered the frequency of the decompression therapy sessions to the point where I only needed one or two sessions every 3-6 months. Recently, I went for almost 3 years without issues before needing a few refresher decompression therapies again. Thank you, LaserTech and Dr. Zimmerman."
~ Marcus H.
I first want to thank Dr. Craig Zimmerman and all his staff for the excellent care and diagnosis. Around the middle of Dec. 2022, I had what was a pinched nerve in my neck.. The arm pain was stinging and throbbing like I had never felt before and was only getting worse.I did not know what to do, so I google searched arm pain and Lasertech was at the top of the list..I decided to give it a try and after 14 treatments I am now pain free. I am very grateful to the whole LaserTech staff. Thank You
~ Walter U.

How We Treat Neck Pain in Our Scottsdale Clinic

There’s rarely a single cause behind chronic neck pain, which is why LaserTech uses a combination of non-invasive technologies and hands-on care, built around each patient’s specific condition, symptoms, and goals.

Spinal Decompression

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Our Super Traction Decompression (TDS) system can be used on the cervical spine to gently create space between the vertebrae in the neck. This controlled, computer-guided traction can help take pressure off compressed discs and irritated nerves, improve circulation and nutrient exchange to the disc, and support the body’s natural healing response, all without manipulation, injections, or surgery.

Cold Laser Therapy

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Our Computerized Multi-Laser Therapy (CMLT) system uses cold, low-level laser light to reduce inflammation, calm irritated nerves, and stimulate the body’s natural healing processes at the cellular level. For neck pain, this can help address both the deep tissue involved, such as discs and nerves, and the surrounding muscles that tend to tighten and spasm in response to pain.

Shockwave Therapy

shockwave therapy for chronic neck injury pain in Scottsdale.

Chronic neck pain often comes with tight, overworked muscles, and long-standing tension can create adhesions and scar tissue that keep pain cycling. Our Radial Pressure Wave (Shockwave) Technology uses deep-penetrating sound waves to help break up adhesions, reduce muscle and soft tissue tension, and jump-start the healing process, an important complement to decompression and laser therapy for many neck pain patients.

Additive Care

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Because neck pain is so often tied to posture, daily habits, and muscle imbalance, many of our patients also benefit from Additive Care, a set of supportive therapies used alongside our core technologies. Depending on your specific needs, this may include functional rehabilitation to rebuild neck and upper back strength, manual and soft tissue therapy to release tension and restore mobility, and nutritional and inflammation-based support to help your body heal more effectively. Building a plan around your whole health picture gives our patients a stronger foundation for sustainable, long-term relief.

Why Patients Choose LaserTech for Neck Pain Treatment in Scottsdale

  • Non-surgical, drug-free treatment technologies
  • 30+ years of chronic pain treatment experience
  • Individualized treatment plans built around your specific condition
  • A combination approach that addresses discs, nerves, joints, and soft tissue
  • Trusted by patients throughout Scottsdale and the Phoenix area
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Other Conditions We Commonly Treat:

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If you’re living with neck pain, stiffness, or headaches that keep coming back, you may have more options than you’ve been told. We’ll take the time to understand your history, your symptoms, and your goals, then build a treatment plan designed around you.

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Meet The Doctor

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With more than 30 years of experience treating chronic and complex pain conditions, Dr. Zimmerman has dedicated his career to helping patients find relief when other treatments have failed. His expertise includes conditions such as sciatica, neuropathy, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, arthritis, and chronic nerve-related pain. Dr. Z combines advanced, non-invasive therapies with a whole-body approach focused on reducing inflammation, improving nervous system function, restoring movement, and addressing the underlying causes of pain, not just masking symptoms. He is also the author of Unlocking the Chronic Pain Code, where he shares his approach to long-term pain relief and functional recovery. [Read Dr. Z’s full bio here.]

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