Neck Pain
Most episodes of neck pain are due to muscle strain or soft tissue sprain (ligaments, tendons), but it can also be caused by a sudden force (whiplash). These types of neck pain often improve with time and non-surgical care such as medication and chiropractic manipulation. But if neck pain continues or worsens, there is often a specific condition that requires treatment, such as cervical degenerative disc disease, cervical herniated disc, cervical stenosis, or cervical arthritis.
Several anatomical structures in the upper cervical region are the common sources of cervicogenic headache (CGH). Certain postures, activities, sports, and occupations are associated with a risk of causing CGH.
Cervicogenic Headache Symptoms
Chronic Neck Pain Causes
Various conditions can cause chronic neck pain. Here are the common causes of chronic neck pain, as well as some uncommon causes.
Common Causes of Neck Pain
Although neck strains are the most common cause of neck pain, there are several conditions that may lead to either acute and chronic neck pain.
Shoulder pain can result from irritated or compressed nerves in the cervical spine (neck).