If you are experiencing back pain or neck pain, it may be caused by a pinched nerve. This condition occurs when nearby tissues like bones, muscles, or tendons press against a nerve, affecting its ability to function properly. The result can be pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness. At Spine Pain Center in North Myrtle Beach, SC, we provide non-invasive treatments to relieve your symptoms and help you feel your best.
If you are experiencing back pain or neck pain, it may be caused by a pinched nerve. This condition occurs when nearby tissues like bones, muscles, or tendons press against a nerve, affecting its ability to function properly. The result can be pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness. At Spine Pain Center in North Myrtle Beach, SC, we provide non-invasive treatments to relieve your symptoms and help you feel your best.
Causes of Pinched Nerves
Several factors can cause a nerve to become pinched. Poor posture, repetitive motions, injury, or conditions such as arthritis increase pressure on the nerve over time. Herniated discs, especially in the neck or lower back, may contribute to inflammation and irritation. This can worsen back pain or cause shooting pain down the arms or legs.
Symptoms to Watch For
Symptoms depend on the pinched nerve’s location. Common signs include sharp pain that travels from the neck or back into the limbs. Patients might experience numbness, tingling, or a burning sensation along a limb. Muscle weakness or a pins-and-needles feeling can also occur. Symptoms often worsen with specific movements or positions, making it important to recognize these signs early.
How Chiropractic Care Helps
Chiropractic adjustments are a key part of relieving pinched nerve symptoms. These gentle, targeted movements realign the spine to take pressure off affected nerves. This can reduce inflammation, restore function, and ease pain. For many clients, adjustments are most effective when paired with other supportive therapies.
Spinal decompression therapy gently stretches the spine to relieve stress on compressed nerves. When combined with adjustments and targeted exercises, decompression helps strengthen the supporting muscles, improve flexibility, and maintain spinal health.
Contact Us for an Appointment Today!
For personalized care and treatment for a pinched nerve, contact Spine Pain Center in North Myrtle Beach, SC, at (843) 273-4205. We’re happy to answer your questions and help you schedule your appointment. You can also browse our website for additional information or stop by in person. If you’re looking for a chiropractor near you, we’re here to assist!
