what causes lateral neck pain
The reasons for neck pain can be complex, although most neck pain is caused by local mechanical problems. The diagnosis most often can be made with the history and physical examination. Serious diagnoses, including malignancy and infection, should not be overlooked.
The median nerve is derived from the C6-T1 nerve roots; the ulnar nerve is derived from the C8-T1 nerve roots, and the radial nerve is derived from the C5-T1 nerve roots. A detailed history and physical examination would help differentiate these causes of neck pain from cervical radiculopathy.