These aches are sometimes called growing pains. Although no one knows for sure whatâs behind them, growth is not the cause; even at the peak of an adolescent growth spurt, a childâs rate of growth is too gradual to be painful. Growing pains may consist of tenderness caused by overwork during hard exercise.
Symptoms of a pinched neck nerve vary among individuals and include pain that radiates from the neck, muscle weakness, and a burning or prickling sensation, according to WebMD. Symptoms may occur with or without pain. Continue Reading.
People who have a pinched nerve in the neck may feel pain along the nerve path in their neck and down one or both of the arms. Tingling and numbness are also symptoms of a pinched nerve. Early stages of a pinched nerve--pain that has just begun or is not severe--can be treated with self-care measures.