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- Neck pain is a common complaint after the age of 30.
- Neck pain can be categorized by location and onset.
- Most neck pain originates in the back portion of the neck.
- Radicular pain can radiate to the shoulder or arm on one or both sides.
- Neck pain can be caused by bone and joint diseases such as osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
- Other causes include disc herniation, ligament sprains, muscle strains, and vascular or neurological issues.
- Viscerogenic causes of neck pain include cardiovascular issues, cancer, and thyroid cancer.
- Movements of the cervical spine include upper cervical, lower cervical, atlanto-axial, and atlanto-occipital.
- Most episodes of neck pain respond to nonoperative management.
- Neck pain can be a symptom of serious underlying conditions such as cancer or aortic aneurysm.
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