Natural Treatment for Radiculopathy in Mataró
Radiculopathy can significantly deteriorate your quality of life. In our chiropractic center in Mataró, we offer natural and effective treatments that address the root of the problem. Learn how chiropractic adjustments can be the solution you need.
Radiculopathy solutions
Radicular pain, or pain that radiates, is caused by the interference or compression of the nerves in the spine. This translates to pain, tingling, or numbness in parts of your body very far from the actual source of the problem.
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If your spine is damaged, there are a number of things that can affect the nerves and cause pain.
Damaged muscles and ligaments can cause inflammation at the nerve root, which can interfere with the functioning of the nerve. If a disc in the spine is damaged, this can cause the disc to bulge or herniate, compressing the nerve.
And if the joints of the spine begin to calcify, it can cause spinal stenosis or a narrowing of the canal through which the nerves pass.
All of this can lead to a number of conditions, such as sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, lower back pain, shoulder pain, and much more.
It is extremely important to treat these conditions to prevent further nerve damage or worsening of symptoms.
The key to treating radicular pain is to identify its source in the spine. After determining the cause of your pain, a chiropractor can relieve the pressure on the affected nerve.
This allows the nerves to heal by reducing inflammation and irritation. Multiple studies have confirmed the effectiveness of chiropractic adjustments in relieving radicular pain. If you are looking for a natural and effective relief from pain, chiropractic can help you.
References:
Christensen KD, Buswell K. Chiropractic outcomes managing radiculopathy in a hospital setting: a retrospective review of 162 patients. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 2008; 7 (3) :115-25. Orlin JR, Didriksen A. Outcomes of chiropractic treatment of lumbopelvic fixation in 44 patients admitted to an orthopedic department. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2007;30:135 -139. Rodine RJ, Vernon H. Cervical Radiculopathy: a systematic review on treatment by spinal manipulation and measurement with the Neck Disability Index. Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association 2012; 56 (1) :18-28.
