Chiropractic Treatment of Pinched Nerves and Nerve Pain

People seek out Chiropractors every day for treatment of pinched nerves and pinched nerve pain.  The truth is, a 'pinched nerve' is not really a diagnosis, it's a term used to describe nerve pain when a nerve has become irritated or entrapped.

Pinched nerves tend to cause sharp pain, and may cause nerve pain, tingling or numbness.  Pinched nerves in the neck may cause these types of symptoms in the arms and hands, while pinched nerves in the back may produce pain, numbness or tingling in the legs and feet. 

Pinched nerve pain may be caused by a joint that is ‘stuck’ or not moving properly, but can also be caused by soft tissue problems from repetitive use or injury.  Chiropractic treatment is effective for treating pinched nerves in the back, while Active Release Technique is effective for treating pinched nerves or nerve entrapment caused by muscles and other soft tissues.

 

What Causes a Pinched Nerve in the Back or Neck?

What people traditionally call a pinched nerve happens when a nerve is irritated by joints or soft tissues.  Joints that have been injured, overused, or just aren’t working properly (out of alignment) can cause irritation of the nerves around those joints, leading to nerve pain or pinched nerves.  Repetitive use or overuse of muscles can also cause symptoms of a pinched nerve. 

Chiropractors commonly hear people say they ‘slept wrong’, moved wrong, or just overdid it and now they have a pinched nerve.  Regardless of whether the pinched nerve is being caused by a joint or muscle, Chiropractic and Active Release Technique can often provide relief for a pinched nerve in a short period of time.  In some cases a pinched nerve may be the result of a bulged disc or disc herniation, which typically requires more time or different treatment to heal properly.

 

What Are the Symptoms of a Pinched Nerve?

With a pinched nerve in the neck, head and neck movement is often stiff and painful, and pain, numbness or tingling may occur in the shoulders, arms or hands.  With a pinched nerve in the back, there may be back pain and stiffness with sitting, standing or twisting at the waist, and pain, numbness or tingling may be present in the buttocks, legs or feet.  If muscles are causing a pinched nerve, the same symptoms may occur but the pain may be less sharp. 

 

Chiropractic Treatment for Pinched Nerves and Nerve Pain

Pinched nerves can be caused by simple activities such as working, playing or sleeping wrong.  As a result, the joints become stiff, stuck, or out of alignment, leading to irritation of nerves (pinched nerves).  Chiropractic can help return normal function to these joints, relieving stiffness and nerve pain, by decreasing irritation to the nerves.  In fact, Chiropractors are joint experts and have had great success at relieving pinched nerve pain.  In some cases pinched nerves may be caused by a bulged disc or disc herniation, which may also benefit from Chiropractic care. 

 

Active Release Technique for Pinched Nerves and Nerve Pain

Pinched nerves that are caused my muscle and soft tissue problems respond very well to Active Release Technique.  Overuse or repetitive use injuries, trauma, strains, sprains and even just moving wrong can cause muscles and soft tissues to become injured.  The body produces tough scar tissue in response to this injury, which can irritate or entrap nearby nerves (pinched nerve). 

Active Release Technique is one of the fastest and most effective methods of breaking up scar tissue to relieve pinched nerves in muscles or soft tissue.  Active Release can help the muscles and soft tissues to function normally, reducing irritation to the nerves.  In fact, most people that have Active Release treatment for a pinched nerve enjoy significant relief of pain after only a few treatments.

 

Effective Treatment of Pinched Nerve Pain in Bellevue, WA

If you’re interested in learning about Chiropractic or Active Release treatment for your pinched nerve pain, please consider scheduling a consultation with Bellevue Chiropractor Dr. Keith McGahey.  His Chiropractic clinic, Eastside Chiropractic Group, is located in Downtown Bellevue near Overlake Hospital.  Eastside Chiropractic Group is open Saturdays, same day appointments are available, and consultations are ALWAYS FREE!  Call (425) 455-2711.