Neck Pain Chiropractor in Milwaukie, OR
Our chiropractors find and treat the cause of your neck pain, not just the symptoms.
Our Milwaukie clinic sits beside OR-224 (the Milwaukie Expressway) near SE Lake Rd, serving patients across Milwaukie, Oak Grove, Gladstone, Happy Valley, and Clackamas County.
The $27 new-patient exam is offered to cash and commercially insured patients and is not available where prohibited for Medicare, Medicaid or OHP, or other government-program beneficiaries; we will tell you which applies when we verify your benefits.
Same-day visits · PIP and most insurance handled
Most insurance accepted: CareOregon and OHP, Regence BCBS, Providence, Moda, and more.
Daily neck pain has a real cause and a real fix
Between 30 and 50 percent of adults have neck pain in any given year, according to the Bone and Joint Decade Task Force on Neck Pain. Painkillers can mask neck pain for a while, but they do not treat the cause. Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy works on the source of your pain.
Our goal is to restore proper joint motion and treat the ligament and soft-tissue injury behind your pain, so you hurt less and move more freely.
Care built around the source of your pain
We use spinal adjustments and established techniques to restore joint motion and support healing. Most of the neck pain we see traces back to:
- Whiplash from a car or work accident
- Trips or falls that strained the neck’s ligaments
- Long-term posture stress from work or daily habits
Alongside adjustments, our on-site massage therapists use trigger-point therapy, cupping, and neuromuscular techniques to release muscle tension. We also send you home with stretches and self-care for your specific injury.
Neck pain, headaches, and upper-back tension
Tight muscles in the neck and shoulders are a common trigger for headaches, including post-traumatic (whiplash) and cervicogenic headaches. Relieving that tension often eases the headaches too. Neck and upper-back pain frequently come from:
- Whiplash-type injuries
- Prolonged sitting and poor posture
- Repetitive neck motion or a non-ergonomic workstation
- Excessive stress and muscle tension
- Incompletely rehabilitated past injuries
Between visits: mind your posture and lifting, stay active, eat well, and manage stress. We coach you through simple at-home habits that protect your progress.
Care built around your recovery
Same-day appointments
See a specialist the day you call, when the pain matters most.
Auto-injury specialists
Focused on whiplash, neck and back pain, and crash injuries.
Individualized plans
A care plan built around your body, your goals, and your recovery.
How it works
- Consultation. We learn what happened and your health history.
- Exam. Range of motion, nerve testing, muscle testing and joint assessment to find the source.
- Imaging. Digital X-rays or advanced imaging only if needed.
- Written plan. Built around your injury and your goals.
- Treatment begins. Care aimed at relieving pain and restoring motion.
Get your neck pain assessed today.
Same-day visits. PIP and most insurance welcome.
Keep your recovery moving
Neck pain often follows a whiplash injury after an auto accident, and therapeutic massage pairs well with adjustments to ease muscle tension. Most auto PIP and major insurance plans are accepted. Begin with a $27 new-patient exam to get started.
Between visits, use our neck and whiplash home exercises as your provider directs.
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Care provided by Dr. Greg Fillmore and Dr. Hannah Scheck, licensed chiropractic physicians.
Visit Auto Injury Chiropractic in Milwaukie
13152 SE Rusk Rd, Milwaukie, OR 97222
(503) 919-7001
Hours: Mon–Thu 9:00am–6:00pm, Fri 9:00am–1:00pm
Common questions about neck pain in Milwaukie
How soon should I see a chiropractor for neck pain after a car accident?
As soon as possible, ideally within a few days. Early care helps keep acute neck strain from becoming chronic. We offer same-day visits in Milwaukie.
Can a chiropractor treat whiplash and neck pain from a crash?
Yes. We use gentle adjustments, soft-tissue therapy, and rehab to restore motion and reduce pain, and we document everything your claim needs.
Will insurance cover neck pain treatment after an accident?
Usually yes. Oregon PIP typically covers reasonable and necessary care after a crash. We bill your PIP claim directly and verify your coverage before your first visit. We also bill most major insurance directly.
How long does neck pain last after a car accident?
It varies. Mild strains may settle in a few weeks, while untreated whiplash can linger for months. Early chiropractic care plus rehab can help keep it from lingering.
What causes ongoing neck pain?
Common sources are joint and muscle strain, disc irritation, posture and old injuries, including whiplash from a past crash. The exam narrows down which one is behind yours.
How many visits will I need?
It depends on what the exam finds. You get a written plan at your first visit, and we re-examine you along the way and adjust the plan as you improve.
Is chiropractic care safe for the neck?
Care is tailored to your exam and your comfort, and we explain everything before we start.