“Can a chiropractor fix a pinched nerve?”
I have a pinched nerve right by the back of my shoulder. Can a chiropractor help me with this?
11 Answers
Chiropractic would always be my first choice for pinched nerves. They are nerve doctors, not bone doctors.
Yes. They will go through an examination to properly diagnose the pain then should treat it as appropriate.
No! A true pinched nerve would imply paralysis or a nerve and no chiropractor can correct this.
Absolutely!!
This sounds like it would be the dorsal scapula nerve from C4 in the brachial plexus.
Yes they can. A Chiropractor can diagnose the cause of your problem and treat it appropriately.
Chiropractic adjustments help to alleviate compression on nerves. Depending on how long you have had the problem the length of care would vary.
A chiropractor is the only thing that will resolve it. Anti-inflammatories such as Aleve or ibuprofen will help, but not fix it. Only a chiropractor can resolve it.
Find a good sports chiropractor to help with this issue. Sports chiropractic specialists have advanced training in injuries other than just the spine and can help with shoulders, knees, ankles, etc. He/she will do a full orthopedic exam to determine where the nerve is pinched before treating it giving you quicker results. Many times, the pinched nerve is not in the shoulder itself, but more in the upper back or neck, so it is vital to do the testing.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
Hello,
Pinched nerves are very common, but not normal. Yes, pinched nerves fall in the scope of chiropractic.
Sincerely,
Dr. Joel D. Duchon
Pinched nerves are very common, but not normal. Yes, pinched nerves fall in the scope of chiropractic.
Sincerely,
Dr. Joel D. Duchon
It is rare to have a true pinched nerve. And YES, A Doctor of Chiropractic can probably help you, and probably in a short time if your problem is similar to what I see in my office daily.
