The cause of the stiff neck may be obvious if symptoms start right away, such as after falling during a sporting event. Watch Video: 4 Best Stiff Neck Remedies After Sleep
Holding the neck in an abnormal position for a long period, such as cradling a phone between the neck and shoulder. Experiencing excessive stress or anxiety, which can lead to tension in the neck. Slouching with poor posture while viewing the computer monitor or looking downward at a mobile phone for prolonged periods (sometimes referred to as " text neck"). Turning the head side to side repeatedly during an activity, such as swimming the front crawl stroke. Falling or sudden impact that pushes the head to the side, such as sports injuries. Sleeping with the neck at an awkward position. The levator scapulae muscle may be strained throughout the course of many common, everyday activities, such as: 
This muscle is controlled by the third and fourth cervical nerves (C3, C4). Located at the back and side of the neck, the levator scapulae muscle connects the neck’s cervical spine with the shoulder. In particular, the levator scapulae muscle is susceptible to injury. By far the most common cause of a stiff neck is a muscle strain or soft tissue sprain.
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