One possible cause of tingling in the neck and shoulder is a pinched nerve, according to Denver Back Pain Specialists. When there is a pinched nerve in the neck, pain and tingling can radiate to the shoulders.
If tingling in the shoulders or neck is accompanied by similar symptoms in the wrist, carpal tunnel syndrome could be the cause, explains Denver Back Pain Specialists.
A pinched nerve occurs when there is increased pressure to the tissue surrounding the nerve, which disrupts the nerve's function and creates the sensation of tingling or pain, according to Mayo Clinic. Most people recover from pinched nerves in a couple of days when they rest the affected areas.
