Neck pain is a common ailment that is the fourth leading cause of disability. Almost 50% of people who have neck pain will feel it all the time or more than once. The Spurling test is a physical exam ...

Cervical radiculopathy can cause neck, shoulder, and arm pain, but diagnosing it accurately has long been a challenge. New research is refining physical examination maneuvers and MRI-based muscle ...

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS), also called axial spondyloarthritis, can cause stiffness in the neck and shoulders. Neck and shoulder pain might get worse after lying or sitting for a time, causing ...

In most cases, neck pain occurs due to a minor injury. But new, worsening, or constant neck pain could be a symptom of cancer, especially if a person has other cancer symptoms, such as a lump. Neck ...

Muscle and joint pain are frequently reported symptoms of COVID-19. Back pain is the most commonly reported, but many people have pain in other areas, like the neck, shoulders, and elsewhere. COVID-19 ...

Neck pain and stiffness can have many causes, but in most cases, the pain is a symptom of tight, tired, or injured muscles. However, an accident can lead to neck pain, as can poor posture and ...