A pinched nerve occurs when excess pressure is applied to a nerve – a bundle of fibers that transmits messages between your body and brain – by surrounding tissues, such as bones, cartilage, muscles, or tendons. While most people self-diagnose a pinched nerve when experiencing a sharp, aching, or burning pain in one zone, other symptoms of a pinched nerve include numbness or loss feeling in the area “supplied” by the nerve in addition to sensations of tingling, or that feeling of pins and needles. Given that one or more of these symptoms align with what you’re experiencing, you have come online to ask “who to see for pinched nerve?” which has delivered you to our Burnaby BC physiotherapy clinic. And that fact provides you with the answer you’re looking for. That’s right, a physiotherapist is your line of offense in correcting a pinched nerve, and first line of defense against prevention. Call 604.558.2273 or email [email protected] to take corrective action right away, or read ahead first for some added information.
Why You Have a Pinched Nerve and Why Our Physiotherapy Clinic is Where to Come for Sustainable Relief
Reasons for a Pinched Nerve
As addressed in the introduction, a pinched nerve typically occurs when too much pressure is applied to a nerve by surrounding tissues. And this pressure is often the result of repetitive joint movements that can cause inflammation. Individuals who perform certain jobs or activities with repetitive motions are at risk for frequently pinched nerves. Participation in certain athletic activities that also involve excessively repetitive motions of one type, such as swimming, is also associated with the condition.
How Our Clinic Will Help
Physiotherapy is a highly effective way to manage pinched nerves. During your first session, our clinic will address the underlying cause and set you on a treatment plan to alleviate symptoms today, and correct the issue from hereon in. This is accomplished through a variety of techniques, including manual therapy, stretches and exercises, and modalities such as heat or cold therapy to reduce pain and improve function. We may also recommend acupuncture and/or dry needling for a more comprehensive approach.
Also Correcting What Gets Mistaken for a Pinched Nerve
Many people self-diagnose as having a pinched nerve, when in reality the symptoms may be the result of something else, such as muscle spasms, peripheral neuropathy, traumatic nerve or muscle injuries. Isolated issues may be the result of herniated discs, ischial bursitis, facet joint pain, trigger point problems, or piriformis syndrome (when pain and numbness is in the buttock or down the back of the leg). In more rare cases an underlying disease of the central nervous system could be present. Ultimately, our clinic will either confirm a pinched nerve or diagnose what the other issue is, as applicable. From there, we will tap into our deep well of physiotherapy and chiropractic services to put together an individualized treatment strategy.
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