21/10/2026
Pick a number. Follow the line. Know your nerves.
Ever wondered why pain in your neck can travel all the way down to your fingers? 🧠
Sometimes, the problem isn’t just a muscle pull. It may involve the nerves connecting your neck to your arm.
👀 Look at the 5 coloured pathways.
👇 Pick a number and follow the line.
💬 Tell me in the comments: Which number caught your attention first?
From neck pain to shoulder discomfort, tingling fingers or hand weakness — the location of your symptoms can offer useful clues.
But remember: symptoms can overlap, and a number on a picture cannot diagnose the cause. Persistent pain, numbness or weakness deserves proper evaluation.
Save this post for your next nerve-related question, and share it with someone who often complains of neck or arm pain.
— Dr. Vinay M. Rohra
Consultant Brain & Spine Surgeon