Pinched Nerves & Associated Treatment

The term pinched nerve of the back implies that the nerve that travels between the back vertebrae has been compressed. When a nerve is compressed, it may cause symptoms of numbness, tingling, burning and achy soreness along the nerve path.

There are many possibilities of how a nerve compression can occur. One of the more frequently encountered explanations is when a nerve gets compressed through improper closure of the space where a canal lies between the vertebrae. While this canal usually will allow enough room for the nerve to pass through, situations such as bone spurs or degenerated discs will create this problem. This problem is also know as spinal canal stenosis and is usually on one side only. Spinal canal stenosis should not be confused with a herniated or protruding disc bulge which can itself put pressure on the nerve.

Pinched Nerve Treatment

The approach to treating a pinched nerve is to help reduce the compression of the vertebrae through traction and realignment therapeutic procedures, to help the muscles loosen up and thereby lessen the pain, and to minimize any inflammation. It is extremely important to have a doctor evaluate your condition to find a precise explanation of why your nerves are being pinched and recommend a course of treatment for your specific situation.