Trapped Nerves

Trapped nerves - compression or irritation of the nerves or their nerve roots.

Symptoms include: pain, numbness, altered sensation, muscle wasting and weakness.

Causes sites:

• Low back and buttock: Sciatica
• Wrist: Carpel Tunnel Syndrome
• Neck, shoulder, elbow and knee

Causes include:

• Osteoarthritis - wear and tear of the joints
• Degeneration or injury to the vertebral discs
• Muscle stiffness due to poor posture, overuse or injury

Treatment:

• Stretching, massage and articulation techniques
• Rehabilitation and stretching programme
• Aftercare advice
• Preventative and postural advice