Pinched Nerve Relief

Pinched nerves are a common cause of chronic and persistent pain, especially in the back, neck, arms, and legs. Anyone can develop a pinched nerve, but they tend to be more common among people who spend a lot of time sitting or standing, people with poor posture, those who are overweight and obese, and people who perform a lot of repetitive motions, including bending and lifting.

No matter what causes a pinched nerve, one thing is for certain: You need to have prompt and appropriate medical care to relieve your symptoms and to prevent them from becoming worse. As a top chiropractic center in Richmond, VA, Advanced Wellness Centre is a leading provider of custom treatment solutions for patients with pinched nerves, offering care aimed both at relieving symptoms and at preventing them from recurring.

patient getting chiropractic for pinched nerve in lower back

What causes a nerve to become pinched?

Most pinched nerves are related to problems with the discs, the spongy cushions located between each pair of spine bones or vertebrae. Sometimes, a disc can move out of its normal position, extending into the area around the spine and pressing on the nerves as they exit the spine on their way to other areas of the body. Other times, nerves can become compressed by swollen tissues, like swelling in the muscles or tendons near a joint. Traumatic injuries, repetitive movements, overuse injuries, and even age-related changes in the spine and other joints can all contribute to pinched nerves, as can disease like arthritis and scoliosis.

What symptoms are associated with pinched nerves?

Pinched nerves can cause symptoms locally in the area where the compression is occurring and radiating symptoms that can extend anywhere along the nerve pathway. To some degree, the symptoms of a pinched nerve depend on which nerve is affected. For instance, if a nerve in the neck is pinched, you might have symptoms like:

When a nerve in the lower back is pinched, common symptoms include:

  • pain in the low back, buttocks, hips and legs
  • tingling sensations in the legs and feet
  • muscle weakness in the legs

Pinched nerves also can occur elsewhere, especially in the wrists where they can cause carpal tunnel syndrome, and in the elbow, resulting in so-called tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow.

How does a chiropractor in Richmond, VA, treat pinched nerves?

At Advanced Wellness Centre, treatment begins with a hands-on evaluation to pinpoint the source of painful symptoms. In some cases, you may have an X-ray or other imaging exam to provide in-depth information about your spine or another joint. Once the source of your symptoms has been determined, your treatment will focus on relieving the underlying nerve compression. For many patients, spinal adjustments can provide significant relief by gently coaxing a slipped disc back into its normal position, eliminating nerve compression and restoring normal nerve pathways. Massage therapy can also be very helpful in reducing inflammation and promoting circulation, which is critical for natural healing. You’ll also learn about therapeutic exercises you can perform to continue healing and improve strength and flexibility to help prevent recurrence.

Why You Should See a Leading Chiropractor in Richmond, VA

The doctors at Advanced Wellness Centre have extensive experience in pinched nerve treatment, and their commitment to providing truly customized care means that when you visit, you can feel confident you'll be taking an important step toward pain relief and recovery. To learn more about pinched nerve treatment, contact Advanced Wellness Centre at (804) 673-9355, or schedule an appointment online.

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