Conditions we treat
Pinched Nerve Treatment in Surrey, BC
Sharp, radiating pain with tingling or weakness usually means a nerve is being squeezed somewhere along its path — the job is finding where.
What it feels like
- Pain that radiates down an arm or leg, often sharp or electric
- Pins and needles, numbness or a limb that feels weak or clumsy
- Symptoms triggered by certain neck, back or shoulder positions
Why it happens
Nerves can be compressed where they exit the spine, or further along their path by tight muscles and swollen tissue. The symptoms often show up far from the actual problem — tingling fingers can start at the neck — which is why treating where it hurts is not always treating the cause.
How we can help
Your assessment traces the nerve from the spine outward to find where it is actually being irritated. From there, your practitioner designs a care plan specific to your case — what to settle first, what to load later — and modifies it as your symptoms change. Nerve irritation can be slow to calm, so we will be honest about progress and refer you for further investigation if your signs call for it.
Related conditions: Sciatica · Carpal tunnel syndrome
Common questions
How long does a pinched nerve take to settle?
It varies widely with which nerve is involved, how irritated it is, and what keeps aggravating it — so we won't pretend there's a standard number. What we can do is track objective signs with you and give you an honest read on progress at each stage.
When is a pinched nerve urgent?
Seek medical care promptly for progressive weakness, numbness in the saddle area, or changes in bladder or bowel control. These are rare, but they matter. Your first assessment screens for exactly these signs before any treatment begins.