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Nerve Pain Chiropractor
Upper Darby, PA
Nerve pain may feel sharp, burning, electric, numb, or tingly. Symptoms may stay in one area or travel into an arm, hand, leg, or foot. Because nerve-related symptoms can have several possible causes, a proper evaluation is important before choosing treatment.
How Chiropractic Care May Help Nerve Pain
Nerves may become irritated when nearby joints, discs, muscles, or other tissues place pressure on them. This may contribute to tingling, numbness, burning, or radiating discomfort.
At Everybody’s Chiropractic Center, we evaluate movement, posture, muscle tension, strength, reflexes, sensation, and the pattern of your symptoms. Depending on the findings, care may include chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression, mobility exercises, rehabilitation, soft-tissue treatment, or ergonomic guidance.
The goal is to improve movement and address mechanical factors that may be contributing to nerve irritation. Because nerve symptoms can have many causes, treatment recommendations depend on the examination and health history.
Nerve Pain FAQs
What Is Neuropathy?
Neuropathy refers to damage or dysfunction affecting one or more nerves. Symptoms may include numbness, tingling, burning, unusual sensitivity, weakness, or pain. Possible causes include diabetes, injuries, medication effects, vitamin deficiencies, circulation problems, and other medical conditions. Therefore, persistent symptoms should be properly evaluated.
Why Can Diabetes Cause Nerve Pain?
Diabetes may damage peripheral nerves over time, especially when blood sugar remains elevated. Symptoms often begin in the feet or legs and may include burning, tingling, numbness, or reduced sensation. Patients with suspected diabetic neuropathy should remain under the care of an appropriate medical provider.
How Is a Pinched Nerve Treated?
Treatment depends on the location and cause of the nerve irritation. When mechanical pressure from joints, discs, muscles, or posture contributes to symptoms, conservative care may include chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression, mobility exercises, rehabilitation, and postural recommendations.
Can SoftWave Therapy Help Nerve-Related Symptoms?
SoftWave Therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate a biological response in targeted tissues. Depending on the condition, it may help support circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote soft-tissue recovery around an irritated area.
However, SoftWave Therapy does not treat every cause of numbness, tingling, or neuropathy. First, the source of the symptoms should be evaluated to determine whether SoftWave is appropriate.