 [ Symptoms ] what can i do today to start being more active [ Disease ] most helpful answer maybe your doctor should refer you to a back specialist orthopedist for a higher level evaluation musculoskeletal issues in the neck can be very complex so you will need a careful medical history thorough examination of your neckshoulders and most likely some imaging studies do not ever worry about asking your doctor too many questions they are not working for free they get well paid to address your concerns