Mark in idaho,

Yes, I definitely have a noisy neck lol.
I am seeing a nucca chiropractor, low level laser, acupuncture (just had my first appointment), and massage therapy, so hopefully these help with blood flow.
I seem to be getting a solid 5 .5 deep sleep (at least that what my watch says lol).

I think the biggest trigger is anxiety, and when the weather changes.

Donnie,
I hear you about blowing a gasket for someone to listen.
I have been waiting 5 months to see a surgeon .