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Chronic Neck Pain with No Clear Diagnosis? DMX Could Be the Missing Link

Chronic neck pain with no clear diagnosis? DMX scans reveal hidden cervical ligament issues missed by traditional MRIs and CTs.

You’ve had MRIs, CT scans, and seen multiple specialists.
 They all say the same thing: “Everything looks fine.”
 But your neck still hurts every day.

If you’re stuck in a cycle of frustration, it’s time to consider a diagnosis that’s often missed: cervical ligament instability.

At DMX Miami, we use Digital Motion X-Ray (DMX) to uncover hidden causes of neck pain that static imaging can’t detect. For many patients with long-term symptoms and no clear answers, DMX provides the breakthrough they’ve been waiting for.

Why You Still Have Neck Pain – Even After Normal Imaging

Chronic Neck Pain with No Clear Diagnosis – ilustración médica del cráneo y columna cervical con vértebras resaltadas en rojo que indican inflamación o inestabilidad.

Traditional scans like MRI or CT show your spine in a fixed, non-moving position. They can detect:

  • Disc herniations
  • Tumors
  • Degenerative changes
  • Fractures

But they can’t detect how your spine moves.
 That’s a problem because instability and ligament damage only show up during motion.

If your ligaments are loose or overstretched, the vertebrae in your neck may shift abnormally when you move, triggering pain, inflammation, nerve irritation, or muscle spasm none of which show up on traditional imaging.

What Is DMX and How Does It Work?

Digital Motion X-Ray (DMX) is a dynamic fluoroscopic test that records real-time X-rays at 30 frames per second as you gently move your neck through various positions.

DMX can detect:

  • Abnormal joint movement
  • Ligament laxity (especially at C1–C2)
  • Vertebral subluxation during motion
  • Mechanical sources of pain that are missed by static scans

This test reveals the root cause of neck pain that many doctors overlook.

Common Signs You May Have Undiagnosed Instability

You may have cervical ligament damage if you experience:

  • Persistent or recurring neck pain
  • Clicking, popping, or grinding when you turn your head
  • Headaches or dizziness with neck movement
  • Pain that worsens after sitting, working at a computer, or driving
  • Tightness or spasms that never fully resolve

If you’ve tried chiropractic, physical therapy, medications, or injections without long-term relief DMX can help you determine why.

Local & International Patients Welcome

Patients travel to DMX Miami from:

  • Across South Florida (Miami, Broward, Palm Beach, Naples)
  • The U.S. (California, Texas, New York, Illinois)
  • Latin America & the Caribbean (Colombia, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Panama)
  • Europe (UK, Spain, Germany, France)

We offer:

  • English & Spanish-speaking staff
  • Concierge-style scheduling
  • Coordination with your provider or legal team
  • Same-day and next-day appointments

DMX Before Treatment – Regenerative Medicine, Chiropractic, or Surgery

If you’re planning:

  • PRP or stem cell injections
  • Prolotherapy
  • Spinal rehab
  • Surgical consultation

…DMX can help pinpoint the exact ligament(s) causing your symptoms. That means:

  • Fewer failed treatments
  • More accurate targeting
  • Better results

Get the Answers You Deserve

If you’ve been told “nothing’s wrong” but your neck still hurts Digital Motion X-Ray may reveal the problem everyone else missed.

Call 305-275-7475 or book your appointment online

Dr. Rodolfo Alfonso, D.C.
Dr. Mark N. Berry, D.C.
Sunset Chiropractic and Wellness
8585 Sunset Dr. STE 102
Miami, Florida 33143
305-275-7475

You’ve been searching for answers. Now you can see the cause of your symptoms in motion.

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