Are you frequently bothered by neck pain? According to Best Practice & Research Clinical Rheumatology Journal, more than 86.8% of the general population experience neck pain at some point in their lives.
The neck is an important part of the body as it protects major blood vessels and nerves. It consists of several bones, muscles, and ligaments that support the weight of the head and connects it to the spine. The flexibility of the neck and its delicate anatomy makes it susceptible to pain.
According to our spine doctors at Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic, here are the most common cause of neck pain: