Can someone tell me why I get a sharp pain in my left arm when I tilt my head back?

[Lethe]

Only happens when I tilt my head back, then i get a pain in my upper left arm.

Anybody know what causes that?

Just curious...not looking for medical advice or anything.

[Jamastiene]

1. I don't know why it happens, but I know how to stop it.

Stop tilting your head back. :evilgrin:

[Lethe]

2. but then how am i gonna limbo and shotgun beers?!

:shrug:

[skygazer]

3. Probably a nerve in your neck

I had a herniated disk in my neck that caused nerve compression which sent shooting pains and numbness down my arms to my fingertips. There are a lot of nerves that go through a very small space in your neck.

[Iggo]

4. You're probably dead.

You should lie down. I've seen other deaders do that.

[qnr]

5. You've got a pencil stuck behind your ear?

Just joking, so as not to be accused of offering medical advice :)