Pinched Nerves

Did you know that pinched nerves affect millions of Americans each year? Pinched nerves can cause debilitating and chronic pain that greatly impacts quality of life. Acupuncture is becoming an increasingly popular option for pinched nerve treatment because it offers a non-invasive treatment that is effective in relieving pain and improving function. At Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine, we will work with you to develop a treatment plan that specifically addresses your individual needs and pinched nerve pain.

What Is a Pinched Nerve?

A pinched nerve occurs when there is pressure on a nerve, typically from surrounding tissues such as bone, cartilage, or muscle. This pressure can cause the nerve to become irritated and inflamed, leading to pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness.

What Causes a Pinched Nerve?

There are many different things that can cause a pinched nerve, including:

Signs You Should Try Acupuncture for Pinched Nerves

If you are suffering from a pinched nerve, it is advantageous to seek out treatment as soon as possible. An untreated pinched nerve can lead to more damage in the long run. On the other hand, relieving pressure on a compressed nerve may help to minimize damage done and improve long term function, mobility and strength. 

These are a few signs that you may want to seek acupuncture for help with pinched nerve pain:

How Acupuncture Can Help Relieve Pinched Nerves

Acupuncture is one branch of treatment within Chinese Medicine and has has been used for centuries to treat a variety of conditions. It’s particularly effective for chronic pain conditions. It works by stimulating the body’s natural healing abilities to heal tissue damage, improve circulation, release muscular tension and regulate the nervous system. Some of the ways that acupuncture helps with a pinched nerve include:

Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine Can Help Alleviate Pinched Nerve Pain

A pinched nerve can be a very painful and debilitating condition. Our treatments are available to those seeking an effective and non-invasive treatment for a suspected pinched nerve. We’ve helped many of our patients to overcome pain associated with a pinched nerve and thereby restore a greater quality of life. At Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine, Kristin Cheng, L.Ac. will work with you to create a customized treatment plan that addresses your specific needs. Schedule your complimentary New Patient Consultation to meet with Kristin in-person and learn more about how we can help!