A pinched nerve (known clinically as nerve compression or radiculopathy) happens when surrounding structures such as bones, joints, bulging discs, or spasming muscles apply excessive pressure to a nerve root. This compression disrupts the nerve’s ability to communicate clearly with your brain. At Correct Connect Chiropractic in San Antonio, TX , we locate and relieve that pressure at its source.
How a Pinched Nerve Feels
- A sharp, burning, or electrical pain shooting outward from your spine
- A constant feeling that a hand, arm, leg, or foot has “fallen asleep”
- Noticeable muscle weakness or a lack of coordination in the affected limb
- Localized numbness, tingling, or hypersensitivity to touch
Removing the Pressure at Correct Connect Chiropractic
Our primary objective is to locate the exact structural blockage. Through precise manual or instrument-assisted adjustments, we gently realign the problematic joints, relieve the mechanical pinch, and allow normal neurological flow to return.
Your care may combine chiropractic adjustments, intersegmental traction, and corrective rehabilitation. Related conditions we treat include herniated disc, sciatica, and numbness & tingling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes a pinched nerve?
A nerve root becomes compressed by nearby bones, joints, discs, or tight muscles. Common culprits include misaligned vertebrae, bulging or herniated discs, and muscle spasm.
Can a chiropractor fix a pinched nerve?
Yes. By realigning the joints and relieving the mechanical pressure on the nerve, chiropractic care can restore normal nerve function without drugs or surgery.
How do I know if I have a pinched nerve?
Signs include sharp or burning pain radiating from the spine, numbness or tingling, and weakness in the affected limb. An exam confirms the source.
Is treatment safe?
Yes. We use precise, gentle techniques appropriate for your case and never force an irritated segment. Your exam guides the safest approach.
How quickly will I feel relief?
Many patients notice improvement early in care as pressure is relieved, though it depends on the cause and duration. We’ll set realistic expectations.
How do I get started?
Call us at (210) 372-5462 or book online, and we’ll pinpoint the compression and build a plan to relieve it.