Neck pain radiating in the arm area varying in intensity generally is not due to any underlying disease but is a result of over straining of the suboccipital and cervical neck muscles .

It can be due to a prolonged unsupported sitting posture , working continuously on laptop / phones , uncomfortable sleeping position or mattress .

If the suboccipital muscles become too tight they often lead to headaches which is a very common symptom.

This is usually accompanied by spasm or tightness of the trapezius muscles which further adds to the pain and limitation of movement in cervical / neck .

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