Pinched nerve | Physiotherapy for a spinal blockage in the cervical spine

Pinched nerve

In some cases, blockages in the area of the cervical spine can lead to irritation of the surrounding nerves. This is then generally referred to as a pinched nerve, since the blocked vertebra presses on the nerve to some extent. Those affected usually experience this as a stabbing pain in the affected area.

In the cervical spine in particular, a pinched nerve can also lead to symptoms such as dizziness or light-headedness and, in severe cases, also cause tingling or numbness in the corresponding areas of the skin or even extremities. If you suspect that a pinched nerve may be behind your problems, you should always consult a doctor to prevent consequential damage and to make an accurate diagnosis so that more serious diseases can be ruled out. The article Trapped nerve in the cervical spine – effects might be of interest to you.

Stiff neck/neck

A stiff neck is a condition when the neck or nape of the neck is restricted in its freedom of movement or when the movements cause pain. The cause of a stiff neck/neck can be incorrect posture, incorrect movements, drafts, one-sided activities or too little movement. As a rule, heat applications and painkillers help those affected in the acute phase.

Gentle stretching exercises can also provide relief. A stiff neck usually disappears by itself after a few days. The articles Physiotherapy for a Stiff Neck & Physiotherapy for Headaches/Migraines of Small Children might be of interest to you in this respect.

Summary

All in all, the vertebral blockage of the cervical spine is a very annoying but also easily treatable disease, which can usually even be prevented by targeted training of the neck and shoulder muscles. In most cases the blockages are caused by tension in the muscles due to one-sided strain or excessive training. In many cases, relaxation measures are therefore a good way to get the problems under control. If you suspect that you have a vertebral blockage, you can also talk to your doctor or therapist about it in order to make an exact diagnosis.