If the nerve root is inflamed or injured, you will likely have a compressed or pinched nerve. A root is a nerve that branches off your spinal cord to other parts of the body. This means you can have a pinched nerve at any part of the spine, whether thoracic, lumbar or neck regions. If […]
Taking the Pain Out of a Pinched Nerve
Anyone who has ever endured a pinched nerve is well aware of the pain and discomfort that it inevitably causes. While generally acute in terms of duration, there can be times when such a condition becomes chronic if not alleviated within a timely fashion. Still, it is important to appreciate what might cause a pinched […]
