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By Mayo Clinic staffYour doctor often will be able to diagnose the cause of your neck pain and recommend treatment just by asking questions about the type, location and onset of your pain.
In less clear-cut cases, your doctor may use imaging techniques or other tests such as:
- X-rays
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Computerized tomography (CT) scans
- Electromyography (EMG)