Stop Living with Pinched Nerve Pain
If you are currently dealing with a pinched nerve, you know how incredibly discomforting and painful it can be. You may even be struggling to find relief from this debilitating condition. Fortunately, chiropractic care is an effective way to manage and eliminate pinched nerve pain.
At Trinity Wellness Studio, our chiropractors are experts in spinal adjustments and nerve function. We use hands-on techniques to manipulate the spine, which can relieve pressure on the pinched nerve. This type of care can not only alleviate pain but help prevent future problems as well.
Not only that, but our chiropractors have extensive knowledge of the human body. They can identify the root cause of your pinched nerve and develop a personalized treatment plan to address the issue. Your chiropractor can also provide you with advice on how to avoid or reduce the risk of future pinched nerves.
At Trinity Wellness Studio, we strongly believe in a holistic approach to healthcare. Our chiropractors will not only address your pinched nerve but will also work with you to promote overall health and wellness. We emphasize the importance of good nutrition, exercise, and stress management to help you maintain optimal health and prevent future health problems.
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What Causes Pinched Nerves?
Pinched nerves occur when too much pressure or compression is applied to a nerve. Nerves are vulnerable places within your anatomy that travel through narrow spaces and have minimal soft tissue protecting them. Nerve compression often occurs when one is pressed between surrounding bones, cartilage, muscles, or tendons. This pressure can easily disrupt the nerve’s function, which in turn can cause pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness.
This pressure can occur at a wide range of locations and often results from repetitive motions. There are several common causes of pinched nerves. These include, but are not limited to:
Injuries
Obesity
Herniated discs
Rheumatoid or wrist arthritis
Stress from repetitive work
Prolonged poor posture
Exercise or sports activities
Symptoms of Pinched Nerves:
Sometimes, the only symptom of a pinched nerve is pain. Other times, you might have a variety of other symptoms of which pain is not included. Occasionally, symptoms will worsen when you attempt specific movements, depending on the location of the pinched nerve. The symptoms of pinched nerves can include, but are not limited to the following:
- Sharp, aching pain
- Numbness or tingling or decreased sensation
- Muscle weakness in the affected area
- Radiating pain, such as sciatica or radicular pain
- “Pins and needles” or a burning sensation
When Do I Need to Call a Doctor for My Pinched Nerve?
For the most part, pinched nerves are common and not serious. Typically, they go away on their own after a short time. There are even a variety of self-care options for treating pinched nerves, including: heat or ice, massages, and over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications. It is when the pressure of a pinched nerve continues over a prolonged period and doesn’t respond to self-care measures that one should call his or her doctor. Additionally, if your pinched nerve lasts for several days and is interfering with your day-to-day life, it’s probably time to check in with your doctor. Rarely do pinched nerves cause permanent damage. Once the pressure is relieved, your nerve returns to its normal function. If the pressure is not relieved, chronic pain and permanent nerve damage can happen as a result. To avoid this happening, call your doctor today if you’ve had a pinched nerve for several days that hasn’t responded self-care methods.
How to Prevent Pinched Nerves
While pinched nerves are not always preventable, there are steps you can take to help prevent them. By maintaining good posture, such as not remaining in one position for a prolonged period, improving your strength and flexibility, limiting repetitive activities, and maintaining a healthy weight. These are just a few of the preventative measures one can take to help avoid pinched nerves. To learn more about pinched nerve prevention or to schedule an appointment for treatment, contact us today.
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