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Stress is a pain in the neck — literally!

Stressors, worry, and anxiety can all produce muscle tension. It's part of the natural fight or flight response [2], and is one of the ways that your body responds to threats and demands. Some people are more prone to feel this stress response in their muscles, while others may be dogged by fatigue, indigestion, or moodiness. Stress can also trigger and exacerbate existing conditions, such as arthritis, sciatica, and prior muscle injuries. That being said, any continuously occurring pain may be best evaluated by a health care provider who could assess your experience and rule out any other conditions associated with muscle tension.