What Causes a Pinched Nerve and How Can Spinal Decompression Help?

A pinched nerve, medically known as nerve compression, occurs when surrounding tissues—such as bones, cartilage, muscles, or tendons—apply excessive pressure to a nerve. This pressure disrupts the nerve’s function, leading to symptoms like pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness.

Common Causes of Pinched Nerves:

• Herniated Discs: When a spinal disc protrudes beyond its normal boundary, it can compress adjacent nerves.
• Bone Spurs: Overgrowth of bone, often due to arthritis, can narrow the spaces where nerves travel, leading to compression.
• Repetitive Movements: Engaging in repetitive activities can inflame or irritate nerves, especially in confined spaces.
• Obesity: Excess body weight increases stress on the spine and can contribute to nerve compression.
• Posture: Poor posture can misalign the spine, increasing the risk of nerve compression.

At Spring Spine Center in Spring, Texas, we offer spinal decompression therapy as a non-surgical solution for pinched nerves. This therapy involves gently stretching the spine to change its force and position, reducing pressure on the spinal discs and promoting the movement of water, oxygen, and nutrient-rich fluids into the discs so they can heal.

Benefits of Spinal Decompression:

• Pain Relief: Alleviates discomfort associated with pinched nerves.
• Enhanced Mobility: Restores movement and flexibility.
• Non-Invasive: Offers a non-surgical alternative with minimal recovery time.

If you’re experiencing symptoms of a pinched nerve, consider consulting with our specialists at Spring Spine Center to determine if spinal decompression therapy is right for you.