Treatment for Head & Neck Pain in Tuscaloosa, AL

Chronic head and neck pain is exhausting. It disrupts sleep, concentration, and the ability to get through a normal day. When pain becomes a pattern, it deserves a thorough neurological evaluation, not just symptom management. At Novus, Dr. Prestley brings specialized expertise in head and neck pain to patients across Tuscaloosa, AL.

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Conditions We Treat

Head and neck pain encompasses a wide range of conditions. Common presentations seen at Novus include:
Migraine
Recurrent, moderate to severe headaches, often unilateral and pulsating, frequently accompanied by nausea, light sensitivity, and sound sensitivity
Tension-Type Headache
Bilateral, pressing or tightening sensation of mild to moderate intensity
Cluster Headache
Severe, strictly unilateral headaches occurring in clusters, associated with tearing, nasal congestion, or eyelid swelling
Cervicogenic Headache
Headache originating from cervical spine structures, often provoked by neck movement
Occipital Neuralgia
Sharp, shooting, or electric shock-like pain at the base of the skull
Post-Traumatic Headache
Headache developing after head or neck injury, including concussion or whiplash

Symptoms That Warrant Prompt Evaluation

Seek neurological evaluation if you experience:

A sudden, severe headache described as the worst of your life

Headache with fever, stiff neck, or confusion

New or significantly changing headache patterns

Headache following head trauma

Headache with neurological symptoms such as vision changes, weakness, or speech difficulty

Head & Neck Pain Care at Novus in Tuscaloosa, AL

Dr. Prestley has particular clinical and research expertise in head and neck pain syndromes. Care at Novus may include:

Comprehensive neurological evaluation

Evidence-based medication management for acute and preventive treatment

Physical therapy for cervicogenic headache and neck pain with musculoskeletal components

Psychiatric assessment when mood disorders, anxiety, or sleep disturbances are contributing

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Meet Our Providers

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Timothy Prestley,
MD
Neurologist | Founder
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Justin Simpson,
FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner | General Neurology
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Get Treatment for Head & Neck Pain in Tuscaloosa, AL
Chronic pain has answers. Schedule a neurological evaluation today.
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