[Lauren]

Chris are you stressed recently? It can cause spots and ulcers, and even tension in muscles which would also explain the neck pain. Long term, look into ridding of what is causing you stress - and also doing more things you enjoy that will make you happy.

Short term, do you have any heat spray or gel to apply to your neck? If you don't... try getting a hot water bottle or something and holding it to your neck. Also, rub the muscle.