Physical therapy
Guided exercise and hands-on techniques to reduce pain and rebuild strength and movement, including care before and after surgery.
Home of Urgent Back and Neck
Southfield chiropractor and physical therapy for neck pain, back pain and headaches
Chiropractic, physical therapy and massage, combined into one plan to help you get out of pain. Two locations: Southfield and St. Clair Shores.
Rated 5.0 on Google from 59 patient reviews.
Hurt in a car accident? We explain your Michigan No-Fault benefits for free.
Where does it hurt?
Find your pain, from head to foot, and see how we approach it.
Your care plan depends on what your exam shows. If you're not sure what's causing your pain, call and tell us what you're feeling.
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Headaches
Tension in the neck can be behind many headaches. We examine and, when needed, X-ray the neck for problems that may be contributing, then treat them with chiropractic care and therapy.
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Neck pain
Stiffness, soreness and pain after an injury, or from everyday strain. Treatment can combine chiropractic adjustments, manual therapy and strengthening exercises.
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Shoulder, arm and hand pain
Pain here sometimes starts at the joint and sometimes in the neck. We look at both, so that treatment addresses the source.
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Upper and mid back pain
Tight muscles and restricted joints between the shoulder blades and through the ribs. We use hands-on care, massage and exercises to restore movement.
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Herniated disc and pinched nerve
Disc injuries can send pain, numbness or tingling into an arm or leg. Non-surgical spinal decompression, physical therapy and chiropractic care may be options for you.
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Low back pain
From a sudden strain to pain that keeps coming back. We work on both relief and the core strength that helps protect your back.
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Sciatica
Pain running from the low back down the leg. A disc herniation is the most common cause. A combination of physical therapy and chiropractic care can help you get back on your feet.
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Hip, pelvis, knee, foot and ankle pain
Joint and muscle pain in the lower body, including sports injuries. Rehabilitation focuses on strength, flexibility and getting you moving normally again.
Treatments under one roof
Non-surgical care, with several kinds of treatment working together.
Massage therapy
Deep tissue and soft tissue massage, performed by a licensed massage therapist, to ease tight muscles as part of your recovery.
Electric stim and heat
Electrical muscle stimulation and heat therapy, often used alongside exercise and massage to relax muscles and ease soreness.
Also available
- Chiropractic care
- Evidence-based adjustments to improve how your spine and joints move, led by Dr. Meltser.
- Non-surgical spinal decompression
- Motorized traction that gently stretches the spine to take pressure off discs. An option for herniated discs, pinched nerves and spinal stenosis.
- Manual therapy
- Hands-on treatment of muscles and joints to reduce stiffness and pain.
- Sports rehabilitation
- Recovery plans built around the demands of your sport or activity.
- Core stabilization and strength conditioning
- Exercises that build support around your spine.
- Flexibility training
- Dynamic stretching, static stretching and PNF, matched to what your body needs.
- Re-injury prevention education
- Practical guidance to help you stay out of pain after treatment ends.
Hurt in a car accident? Call us first.
Even a minor fender bender can injure your spine, and symptoms don't always show up right away.
If your auto injury is valid, we provide
- A free explanation of your Michigan No-Fault benefits
- Help with your Application for Benefits
- Help filing a claim with your insurance company
- Rehabilitation with chiropractic, physical therapy and massage
Meet your care team
Dr. Alex MeltserChiropractic physician
Dr. Meltser has over 30 years of experience using evidence-based treatment protocols to help patients recover from spine and joint pain.
Karamdeep-Kaur Ajit-Singh, MPTPhysical therapist
Karam works with patients on physical therapy, helping them rebuild strength and movement during recovery.
Rated 5.0 on Google
59 patient reviews of our Southfield clinic, as of November 2026. Read them, or share your own experience.
Your first visit
Call or request a visit
Reach us at 248-356-2100 and tell us what's going on.
Fill out your paperwork
Print and complete the new patient forms (PDF) ahead of time to speed up registration.
Get your care plan
We'll examine you, talk through what we find and recommend a plan for your recovery.
Common questions
Is Urgent Back and Neck part of Advanced Spine and Headache Center?
Yes. Advanced Spine and Headache Center is home to Urgent Back and Neck, our St. Clair Shores location.
Is spinal decompression covered by insurance?
It's usually covered by insurance as part of your therapy. Coverage varies by plan, so call us at 248-356-2100 and we can talk through yours.
Do you help with Michigan No-Fault claims?
Yes. If your auto injury is valid, we explain your No-Fault benefits for free and help with your Application for Benefits and your insurance claim.
What are your hours?
Southfield is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:30 AM to 4 PM, by appointment on Tuesday and Saturday, and closed on Sunday. St. Clair Shores is open Tuesday and Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM, and by appointment 5 days a week.
Two locations
Advanced Spine and Headache Center
21751 W 11 Mile Rd, Suite 110Southfield, MI 48076
248-356-2100
| Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | 7:30 AM to 4 PM |
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| Tue, Sat | Appointment only |
| Sun | Closed |
Urgent Back and Neck
31012 Harper AveSt. Clair Shores, MI 48082
248-356-2100
| Tue, Fri | 10 AM to 4 PM |
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| Other times | By appointment, 5 days a week |
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