Mechanical neck pain and cervicogenic headache.
Mechanical neck pain is a very common symptom that may occur with cervical spondylosis. It can be associated with cervical radiculopathy and myelopathy or can occur in isolation. Neck pain can result from a variety of causes, including trauma, tumor, infection, and degeneration. The presentation of axial neck pain varies. This article highlights the presentation, differential diagnosis, and appropriate work-up for the patient who presents with mechanical neck pain.
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Nicholas U
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University Hospitals of Cleveland, Case Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio 44106, USA. nicholas.ahn@uhhs.com
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Uri M
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Brian
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Howard S
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D002574:Cervical Vertebrae / Q000473:pathology*; D006261:Headache / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods; D019547:Neck Pain / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology; D011843:Radiculopathy; D013128:Spinal Osteophytosis