pinched nerve treatment in Stockbridge, GA

Pinched Nerve Treatment in Stockbridge, GA

A pinched nerve can cause sharp pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that interferes with sleep, work, and daily activities. Pinched nerves can happen throughout the body, most commonly in the lower back, neck, wrists, and legs. At Ewing Chiropractic, we identify the underlying cause of nerve irritation and use conservative, non-surgical care to relieve pressure and help keep the problem from returning.

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What Is a Pinched Nerve?

A pinched nerve occurs when surrounding tissues such as muscles, tendons, discs, or bones place pressure on a nerve. That pressure can cause pain or numbness that travels along the nerve into the arms, hands, legs, or feet.

Common Causes of Pinched Nerves

Symptoms of a Pinched Nerve

  • Sharp, burning, or radiating pain
  • Numbness or decreased sensation
  • Tingling or a “pins and needles” feeling
  • Muscle weakness
  • A feeling that a hand or foot has “fallen asleep”

A pinched nerve in the neck may cause neck pain and symptoms in the arm, while one in the lower back, such as sciatica, may cause back pain that travels into the leg.

When to See a Chiropractor

Although many pinched nerves improve on their own, persistent pain that lasts more than a few days should be evaluated, especially if at-home care has not helped or your pain is getting worse. Identifying the underlying cause is important to help ensure the problem does not keep coming back.

How We Treat Pinched Nerves

Your care plan may include:

  • Chiropractic adjustments to reduce pressure on the nerve
  • Intersegmental traction
  • Massage therapy and soft-tissue work
  • Electrical stimulation or therapeutic ultrasound
  • Nerve gliding, stretching, and strengthening through rehabilitation
  • Posture and ergonomic guidance

Our pain management approach focuses on drug-free relief.

When to Seek Emergency Care

Seek immediate medical care for sudden or significant weakness, loss of bowel or bladder control, or numbness in the groin or inner thighs.

Schedule a Pinched Nerve Evaluation

Call Ewing Chiropractic at (678) 586-3592 to schedule an appointment, or view all conditions we treat.

Pinched Nerve FAQs

Can a chiropractor fix a pinched nerve?

Chiropractic care may help relieve pressure on a pinched nerve by improving joint motion, reducing muscle tension, and correcting contributing posture habits.

How long does a pinched nerve last?

Many pinched nerves improve within days to weeks. Symptoms lasting more than a few days or getting worse should be evaluated.

What does a pinched nerve feel like?

It may cause sharp or burning pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that travels along the path of the nerve.

Is sciatica a pinched nerve?

Sciatica is often caused by irritation or compression of nerve roots in the lower back that form the sciatic nerve, producing pain that travels into the leg.

Can poor posture cause a pinched nerve?

Yes. Poor posture can increase pressure on the spine and surrounding tissues, contributing to nerve irritation over time.

When is a pinched nerve an emergency?

Seek emergency care for sudden significant weakness, loss of bowel or bladder control, or numbness in the groin area.

How do I schedule a pinched nerve evaluation?

Call Ewing Chiropractic at (678) 586-3592 or request an appointment online.