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One of the common causes of a pinched nerve in the neck is a muscle spasm or muscle strain putting pressure on the nerve and compressing it. Relaxing the muscle will usually relieve the symptoms you are feeling. Listed below are some self-treatments for a pinched nerve in the neck that you can attempt.
Symptoms of a cervical pinched nerve include numbness, tingling, burning sensation, and pain and weakness in the affected area, according to WebMD. Symptoms may escalate with certain movements, such as turning or straining the neck or back.