
Pinched nerves can be a nightmare, causing a great deal of pain and discomfort. The most common being in the neck or back. While they can be distressing, there are things you can try at home to help alleviate your symptoms and hopefully gain a full recovery.
Symptoms
The most common symptoms for a pinched nerve are:
● Numbness or limited sensation
● Sharp pain, aching or burning, dull ache
● Weakened muscles in the area
● Tingling sensations, feeling like your hand or foot has fallen asleep
Here are some effective ways to relieve your symptoms at home, which should help provide some relief after several days.
Things You Can Do at Home
Ice and Heat Packs
Switching between hot and cold packs can help to reduce any swelling and bring down the inflammation. Try using an ice pack for about 15 minutes, but you can use a heat pack for up to an hour. Repeating this process three times a day will help to circulate fresh blood to the area which may help relieve pain.
Medications
Taking over the counter medications to help relieve pain is a good idea. Medications such as ibuprofen can be helpful in reducing inflammation too. Pay attention to the recommended daily doses of over the counter medications so you don’t exceed this.
Sleep and Rest
The body repairs itself during sleep, so getting plenty of shut-eye will help your body to do so. Try to sleep in a position that takes pressure off of the nerve, so your body can heal on its own.
Posture
Your posture might be making your symptoms worse, or causing you more pain. Sitting or standing in a certain position for a long time can put unnecessary stress on certain parts of your body. Use cushions, neck rests or an adjustable chair to avoid applying pressure to your pinched nerve.
Stretching
Stretching is a great tool to help relieve pressure in the area. If you’re someone who enjoys exercising, but can’t make it to the gym because of a pinched nerve, stretching is a great way to keep your body moving without causing further injury.
When to Seek Help
Many people recover fully with home treatment, however, if your symptoms persist for several days, you should see your doctor as this may be a sign of more severe nerve damage. Your doctor may refer you to a chiropractic clinic to help with treatment.
Chiropractic services may offer you a specialised sports massage or physiotherapy to help target the affected area.
Chiropractic is a good way to help treat pinched nerves, applying the right pressure to relieve pain and reduce the tension in the body. If you’re looking for chiropractic treatment, look no further. Contact us today or have a look through some of our other services and treatments.
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