“How do I treat a trapped nerve in my neck?”
I am a 49 year old male. I want to know how can I treat a trapped nerve in my neck?
3 Answers
NeurologistNeurologist
It depends on what is "trapping" the nerve. If it is the usual bulging or herniated disk. Initially, decompression therapy (traction) may resolve the problem. If there's significant disk bulging or vertebral body deterioration, then surgery may be necessary. Any other less common causes of nerve entrapment need to be addressed on an individual case by case basis. Check with your doctor as to the causes and best treatment options from the more conservative ones to the more aggressive options.