If you're living with cervical disc disease and have increased neck pain, it's important to temporarily ease up on intense activities. While you're resting, find a comfortable position. Place a rolled up towel or a pillow under your neck to help keep your neck in a neutral position. But resting doesn't mean crawling into bed and staying still. Not moving for more than a day or two can be harmful because it can decondition the muscles that support your neck and actually increase neck pain in the long run.