Radicular discomfort is an issue that occurs when something goes wrong with the nerve roots in the spine and Dr. Holland treats many folks from the Downtown St. Louis, MO area who are suffering with this. These nerves send messages from your brain to the rest of your body and when they’re injured it can lead to pain, numbness, tingling and other problems. Radicular pain can be hugely disruptive to your life, making it an issue to do even the simplest tasks.
There are a lot of probable causes of radicular discomfort, that include herniated discs, spinal stenosis and spondylolisthesis. Herniated discs are a common cause of radicular pain and occur when the soft inner material of the disc protrudes out through a crack in the outer casing. This puts force on the neighboring nerve roots and cause pain. Spinal stenosis is a condition that occurs when the spaces within your vertebrae are more slender, which can also lead to pressure on the nerve roots. Spondylolisthesis is a condition in which one vertebra gets out of place and onto the bone below it, which can also make pressure on the nerve roots.
Radicular pain can be caused by trauma like a car wreck or can develop from aging and degeneration. As we age, our discs and spinal column become less flexible and that can result in nerve pain.
Chiropractors are skilled to diagnose and treat conditions that affect the vertebrae and nervous system. Dr. Holland in Downtown St. Louis, MO uses several techniques including adjustments, manipulation and massage to aid lighten pain and build up function. If you have suffered radicular pain, don’t hesitate to call us at (314) 588-9100 for a consultation.
Reference
Plener J, Ammendolia C, Hogg-Johnson S. Nonoperative management of degenerative cervical radiculopathy: protocol of a systematic review. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2022 Apr;66(1):74-84. PMID: 35655692; PMCID: PMC9103640.
We have a long-standing track record or helping people get out of pain with chiropractic care. Whether you were injured last week, or have been suffering from chronic pain for years - It might only take one visit to our office in Downtown Saint Louis, MO to get you back on the path to everyday health.
