[thorin]

I suppose it depends on your general health, medical history and what actually happened to you. Did you have an accident or is it just wear and tear, have you looked after yourself. You don't provide much information so it's hard to know if you're an athlete or are 200lbs overweight. Back and neck problems can be resolved in all kinds of way or may never be resolved. If it was me (and I do have a few issues), I'd move as much as possible, stay healthy, avoid pain medication, do yoga or pilates, use hot and cold and see a good physio and massage guy.