Pinched Nerve
Are You Dealing with a Pinched Nerve in Colorado Springs?
A pinched nerve (also called nerve compression or radiculopathy) happens when surrounding tissues—like bones, discs, muscles, tendons, or ligaments—apply too much pressure on a nerve, disrupting its function and causing pain, numbness, or weakness. While it can occur anywhere (such as wrists in carpal tunnel, elbows, or legs), it’s most common in the highly mobile areas: the neck (cervical spine) and lower back (lumbar spine), where nerves branch out to the arms, shoulders, legs, and feet.
Your nervous system is a vital network that controls movement, sensation, and alerts you to problems through pain signals. Ignoring a pinched nerve risks permanent damage, reduced mobility, or chronic issues—get it checked by a professional promptly.
At Colorado Spine & Disc, we specialize in non-surgical solutions like spinal decompression with the DRX9000 to relieve pressure on pinched nerves, address root causes (often disc-related), and help restore function without invasive procedures.
Common Causes of Pinched Nerves
Pressure builds from:
- Herniated or bulging discs — The inner disc material protrudes and compresses nearby nerve roots.
- Bone spurs (osteophytes) from osteoarthritis or degenerative changes.
- Spinal stenosis — Narrowing of the spinal canal or nerve exits.
- Traumatic injury — Whiplash, falls, or accidents causing sudden compression.
- Repetitive motions or strain — From poor posture, heavy lifting, or repetitive work/sports.
- Rheumatoid arthritis or inflammation leading to swelling around nerves.
- Degenerative scoliosis, obesity, or other factors increasing spinal stress.
Good posture, proper body mechanics, and staying active can help prevent many cases.
Common Symptoms Of A Pinched Nerve
Symptoms often start localized but can radiate:
- Sharp, burning, aching, or shooting pain (worse with certain movements like twisting or bending)
- Tingling or “pins and needles” sensation
- Numbness or reduced feeling in the affected area
- Muscle weakness (e.g., trouble gripping or lifting)
- Radiating pain: Neck issues may cause arm/shoulder symptoms; lower back often leads to leg/foot pain (like sciatica)
Pain may intensify at night, with activity, or in certain positions.
Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression for Pinched Nerves
We target the source with non-surgical spinal decompression using the DRX9000—an FDA-cleared, computer-guided system that gently stretches the spine in precise cycles. This creates negative pressure (vacuum effect) inside the discs, helping:
- Retract bulging/herniated material
- Relieve nerve compression
- Reduce inflammation
- Improve nutrient-rich blood flow and oxygen to promote natural healing
Many patients with pinched nerves from disc issues experience significant pain relief, better mobility, and reduced symptoms—often avoiding surgery. It’s comfortable, non-invasive, and customized to your condition (lumbar or cervical protocols available).
