Pinched Nerve

What is a pinched nerve?

A pinched nerve occurs when damaged spinal discs, inflamed tissues, or bone spurs press on nearby peripheral nerves.  The compression can happen anywhere in the body and ultimately cause permanent nerve damage.

North Texas Brain and Spine Center offers customized care plans for adults with chronic symptoms of a pinched nerve. The board-certified neurosurgeons use the latest surgical techniques to repair or remove damaged nerves without disturbing surrounding tissue.

They also make resources accessible to prevent further nerve damage from trauma, diabetes, and other conditions.

What are the symptoms of a pinched nerve?

Compression on a peripheral nerve causes symptoms that range from mild to severe based on the nerve’s location. Symptoms may initially be occasional and manageable with rest and over-the-counter medications.

When a nerve remains compressed over time, it can lead to persistent symptoms that interfere with your physical health. Schedule a diagnostic evaluation at North Texas Brain and Spine Center if you have pinched nerve symptoms like:

• Tingling
• Dull ache
• Numbness
• Muscle weakness

Sharp or burning pain may be present in the area of the damaged nerve. Pain can also travel into other areas of your body. For instance, a pinched nerve in your neck can cause pain that radiates into your shoulders, arms, and hands.

The team uses advanced diagnostic technologies to pinpoint the location of the pinched nerve and determine the best course of treatment.

How is a pinched nerve treated?

Initially, the North Texas Brain and Spine Center providers may recommend nonsurgical strategies to ease nerve compression and related symptoms.

The physicians may refer you to a physical therapist who can teach you stretching exercises to take the pressure off surrounding nerves. They may also prescribe anti-inflammatory medications or pain relievers to help you feel better.

If you have severe symptoms that aren’t treatable with nonsurgical strategies, you might need surgery. Surgery aims to remove excess bone, damaged discs, or other structures that press on the nerve, so it has a chance to heal.

Call the North Texas Brain and Spine Center office near you to schedule a consultation for pinched nerve symptoms.