Your nervous system acts as a communication highway, sending signals between your brain and spine. Nerves branching out from the spine control movement and feeling in your shoulders, arms, and hands.

When this system is disrupted, radicular pain occurs, often causing numbness, tingling, or sharp discomfort, commonly referred to as Sciatica.

Our Radicular Pain Treatment in West Des Moines targets the root of this nerve irritation. Following your personalized treatment plan closely is key, and be sure to let us know if your symptoms worsen.

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How Ashworth Chiro Can Help with Radicular Pain

When you’re dealing with radicular pain, finding relief can seem like an uphill battle.

Whether it’s shooting pain, tingling, or numbness in your arms or legs, it’s important to get help that targets the root cause.

At Ashworth Chiro, our team offers a comprehensive approach through four core services—chiropractic, massage, acupuncture, and physical therapy—to not only relieve your pain but also prevent it from coming back.

Chiropractic Care: Realigning Your Spine for Relief

Radicular pain often begins with misalignments in your spine that put pressure on the nerves. Our chiropractic adjustments can help:

  • Correct misalignments in the spine to relieve nerve pressure.

  • Alleviate pain, restore mobility, and improve overall function.

  • Address the root cause of radicular pain for long-lasting relief.

Massage Therapy: Relaxing Tension to Ease Nerve Pressure

Muscle tension can exacerbate nerve pain. Our massage therapy focuses on:

  • Reducing muscle tension that contributes to nerve pressure.

  • Improving blood circulation to promote natural healing.

  • Supporting your body’s relaxation and reducing radicular pain symptoms.

Acupuncture: A Natural Way to Calm Nerve Pain

If you’re looking for a holistic approach, acupuncture may provide the solution. Our acupuncture treatments:

  • Stimulate specific points to reduce nerve inflammation.

  • Improve overall nerve function and circulation.

  • Offer a drug-free, natural method for managing radicular pain.

Physical Therapy: Strengthening and Preventing Future Pain

To ensure long-term relief, our physical therapy services focus on:

  • Strengthening the muscles around your spine to reduce nerve pressure.

  • Improving posture and flexibility to prevent future episodes of pain.

  • Helping you regain mobility and function in affected areas like arms and legs.

Frequently Asked Questions About Radicular Pain

What is the difference between radicular pain and other types of back pain?

Radicular pain occurs when a nerve becomes irritated or compressed, causing discomfort that travels along the nerve’s path, often extending to your arms or legs.

In contrast, regular back pain typically stays localized in one area and doesn’t spread to other parts of the body.

Common signs of radicular pain include shooting pain, numbness, or tingling that radiates from your back into your arms or legs. If your symptoms change with certain movements or positions, it could be radicular pain.

During your first visit, we’ll review your symptoms, perform a physical exam, and potentially use imaging tests to get a complete picture of your condition. From there, we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan.

The amount of treatment required depends on how severe your radicular pain is. Some patients start feeling better after just a few sessions, while others may need continued care for more lasting relief. We’ll customize the treatment frequency based on how well you progress.

Mild cases of radicular pain can sometimes get better with rest and self-care. However, if the pain continues or worsens, it’s important to seek professional treatment to avoid long-term complications or chronic issues.

To help keep radicular pain at bay, it’s essential to focus on maintaining a balanced posture throughout your daily activities, incorporating exercises that strengthen your back, and being cautious about movements that may put unnecessary stress on your spine.

Our team will provide tailored recommendations specific to your condition to ensure you’re following the best practices for long-term relief.

Relief times vary, but many patients report feeling some improvement after the first few sessions. Consistently following your treatment plan will help maximize results and speed up recovery.

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