Pinched Nerve Care

runner with back painWhen surrounding tissue, bone, muscle, cartilage, or tendon, puts too much pressure on a nerve, you end up with what’s commonly called a pinched nerve, or compression lesion. That pressure disrupts the nerve’s normal function, which shows up as pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness.

What Causes It?

A number of things can lead to a nerve getting compressed, including injury, rheumatoid or wrist arthritis, repetitive strain from work, hobbies, or sports, obesity, age, and poor posture. If the pressure only lasts briefly, there’s usually no lasting damage, once it’s relieved, nerve function typically returns to normal. But if that pressure sticks around, it can lead to chronic pain and, over time, permanent nerve damage.

How Chiropractic Could Help

A thorough exam helps us pinpoint exactly where in your spine bones aren’t moving the way they should. From there, we’ll map out the right course of care for you, usually a series of adjustments to restore proper motion and position to the affected joints. Once that nerve irritation eases, your body has what it needs to do the rest of the healing itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does a pinched nerve occur?

Anywhere in the body, and the spot where you feel symptoms isn’t always where the actual problem is. A herniated disc lower in the spine, for example, can press on a nerve root and send shooting pain all the way down your leg, similar to sciatica.

What are the most common symptoms?

Pain is usually the first thing people notice, along with numbness, tingling, or weakness near the affected nerve. The more concerning cases involve nerves that serve organs and tissues that don’t have pain sensors of their own, which is exactly why a thorough exam matters.

Start Care Today

If you’re dealing with a pinched nerve, let’s find exactly where it is and relieve it at the source. If it’s showing up in your hands, it may be carpal tunnel too. Call (519) 743-6339 today to schedule an appointment.
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