by MAPS Centers For Pain Control | Feb 24, 2026 | Chronic Pain, Neck Pain
Modern life has changed how we work — and how we sit. Between laptops, smartphones, tablets, and extended desk hours, most people now spend the majority of their day looking down or forward at a screen. While convenient and productive, this shift has created a growing...
by MAPS Centers For Pain Control | Feb 19, 2026 | Chronic Pain, Neck Pain
Neck pain doesn’t always stay in the neck. For many patients, discomfort begins at the base of the skull or along the cervical spine — then travels downward into the shoulders, upper back, or even all the way into the arms and hands. Sometimes it feels like a dull...
by MAPS Centers For Pain Control | Feb 17, 2026 | Chronic Pain, Headaches & Migraines Treatment, Neck Pain
Headaches are one of the most common health complaints in the United States. Many people assume they originate strictly in the brain, sinuses, or stress levels. But in a surprising number of cases, the true source may actually be the neck. The cervical spine — the...
by MAPS Centers For Pain Control | Sep 18, 2025 | MAPS Centers For Pain Control, Neck Pain Treatment
As fall arrives in Chicago, you might notice new or worsening neck pain. Seasonal activities, posture changes and cooler weather can all aggravate existing pain or trigger discomfort. At MAPS Centers for Pain Control, we specialize in identifying the root cause of...