Cervical radiculopathy is an impingement of a nerve found in the neck region. It can be caused by neck compression due to trauma (whiplash), arthritis, or a ruptured disc. When the nerve is compressed, it gets irritated, causing inflammation and pain that can spread or radiate down the shoulder, back, arm, forearm, and even fingers.   Cervical radiculopathy is very common in the workplace, primarily if you work at a computer or your job involves repetitive spine movements. Workers required to do heavy physical labor are also at risk of developing a neck injury. The construction and landscape industries have a high risk of neck injuries. Nurses, surgeons, dentists, and those in the healthcare industry are also at risk. Anyone who stands or sits for long periods is at risk of neck injuries.