Dealing with Muscle Spasms Caused by Pinched Nerves
Pinched nerves are painful ailments that, when left untreated, make your life extremely difficult. Not only do they hurt, but they can get so bad that many basic tasks, like getting out of bed or putting on clothes, become difficult.
There are many ways pinched nerves can negatively impact the body, but one of the most detrimental issues associated with them are muscle spasms.
Pinching Leads to Spasms
Pinched nerves come about when something in your body, such as a bone spur or herniated disc, puts pressure on a peripheral nerve (one that branches from the spine to your arm or leg). That can then cause your muscles to seize up in uncomfortable or painful ways.
Most pinched nerves occur in the neck or lower back, and it is those nerves that often cause your muscles to seize up or tighten. For that reason, there is always a chance any muscle spasms in or around those areas stem from a pinched nerve.
How a Nerve Gets Pinched
Unfortunately, it is easy to pinch a nerve. There are many factors that can cause one, including weight gain, herniated discs, and pregnancy. Doing repetitive tasks like typing in the same position each day or injuries, such as falling during a hike in Augusta’s woods, can also lead to such issues.
All pinched nerves vary in severity. While the less-impactful ones can heal with time, the more serious ones require proper treatment.
Healing Muscle Spasms with Chiropractic
Though pinched nerve-muscle spasms are painful, chiropractic has been shown to help the affected area by greatly reducing pressure on the nerve.
Manipulation is one of the most common treatments because it sets the body in a way that promotes healing to the injured area. However, there are many great treatments that cut down on muscle spasms.
Stretching, massage, rest, and hot/cold regiments work as well to get you on the road to healing.
The Best Pinched Nerve Treatment in Augusta
It is never easy to figure if your muscle spasms are from a pinched nerve or another issue. However, Dr. LaVallee can analyze the hurt area and recommend the proper course of action to take moving forward.
If you’re in the Augusta area and want relief, call LaVallee Chiropractic at (207)-632-1111 or contact them directly to schedule an appointment and figure out how his team can help you.
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