Neck pain can be caused by a number of factors. Sudden trauma, muscle strains, which can be caused by poor posture as well as the possibility of suffering from osteoarthritis or other degenerative diseases. If your pain is accompanied by numbness or loss of strength in your arms or hands or if you have shooting pain into your shoulder or down your arms seek medical care.
About the Author : Dr. Wayne Kelley Jr. M.D.
An Orthopaedic Surgeon in Macon, Georgia (GA), specializes in conditions of the neck and back with particular interests in the cervical portion of the spine. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and his professional memberships include the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, Spine Summit Conference Committee, and The Society of Lateral Access Surgery.