A pinched nerve can put a serious damper on your life. Pinched, or impinged, nerves can lead to inflammation of a nerve root, which is known as radiculitis. The location of the pinched nerve root can result in sensory and motor impulses being sent to and from the spinal cord to all sorts of different parts of your body. A common cause of a pinched nerve root is sciatica, which occurs when the sciatic nerve- the nerve that begins at the lumbar section of your spine and runs down your leg- becomes impinged. Symptoms of sciatica include pain running down one leg, tingling or loss of sensation in the leg, and weakness that can lead to balance problems and muscle atrophy.
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A pinched nerve is diagnosed by weakness, tingling, numbness, and pain. Constant pain can make it hard to go to work or engage in normal activities. If you suspect you have a pinched nerve, contact the experts at NJSO, who can help you with a custom treatment plan that will take your health into account.
Bottom line: a pinched nerve can cause a lot of discomfort. You may experience a temporary resolution, or pain and numbness may come back worse than before without treatment. If your symptoms persist, contact our team at NJ Spine & Orthopedic to find out the best treatment options.
We understand the significant negative impact back or neck pain could have on quality of life. At NJ Spine and Ortho, our goal is to get our patients back to enjoying life using minimally invasive techniques that involve the use of tiny incisions and muscle sparing methods to treat the spinal problem. There is a big difference between operating through a 1/2 inch incision and operating through a 5 inch incision. The major differences include:
Our experienced and board-certified neurologists, neurosurgeons, orthopedic specialists, and physicians work together to treat specific spine and back disorders using minimally invasive techniques. We combine advanced technology with a patient-centered approach to ensure our patients get the best possible outcomes.
NJ Spine and Orthopedics operates in the most efficient way to provide a safe environment and deliver the most effective surgical services to patients in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. When it comes to spine-related issues, NJ Spine & Orthopedics offers the treatment and care you deserve and expect. Regardless of the cause, our experienced team is ready to help.