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Radiculopathy is nerve pain that occurs when a spinal nerve root becomes irritated or compressed - often causing radiating pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness into an arm or leg. Symptoms can come from the neck (cervical spine) or low back (lumbar spine). At Mountain View Pain Center, we help identify what’s driving your symptoms and build a plan to reduce nerve irritation and restore function.
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Common Radiculopathy Symptoms
Radiating pain into an arm/hand or leg/foot
Burning, electric, or shooting pain
Numbness or tingling along a specific pattern
Weakness in the arm/hand or leg/foot
Symptoms that worsen with sitting, driving, bending, or certain neck positions
Pain with coughing, sneezing, or straining
Reduced grip strength or clumsiness
Symptoms that improve with certain positions or gentle movement
Common Causes and Risk Factors
Herniated disc or disc bulge
Spinal stenosis (narrowing that can irritate nerve roots)
Degenerative changes over time (disc and joint wear)
Facet joint irritation contributing to nerve sensitivity
Inflammation around the nerve root
Repetitive strain, prolonged posture, or poor ergonomics
Prior injury or recurring flare-ups
When to Seek Urgent Care
Seek urgent evaluation if numbness/tingling is sudden with facial droop, severe headache, slurred speech, new or worsening weakness, loss of balance, loss of bowel/bladder control, saddle numbness, fever, or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How We Evaluate Radiculopathy
We start by mapping your symptom pattern—where symptoms travel, what triggers them, and how they affect strength and function. Your visit may include movement testing and a basic neurologic screen (strength, sensation, reflexes) to assess nerve involvement. We also evaluate the spine, hips/shoulders, and surrounding muscles to identify contributing mechanics. If findings suggest imaging or referral is appropriate, we’ll guide the next steps.
How We Treat Radiculopathy
At Mountain View Pain Center, our multidisciplinary team combines evidence-based care to calm nerve irritation and improve function:
Pain Management
Targeted diagnostic injections and image-guided procedures when appropriate to reduce inflammation and calm irritated nerves.
Physical Therapy
Movement-based care to improve mobility, reduce nerve irritation, and rebuild stability (core/hips or neck/upper back depending on symptoms).
Chiropractic Care
Hands-on care to support joint mobility and reduce muscle tension, tailored to symptoms and comfort.
Acupuncture
A natural option to support symptom relief and relaxation, often combined with your broader plan.
Treatments We Commonly Recommend
Graded mobility and strengthening plan
Nerve mobility work when appropriate
Core and hip stability (lumbar) or postural/upper back stability (cervical)
Manual therapy to reduce stiffness and muscle tension
Ergonomic coaching for sitting, lifting, and sleep setup
Image-guided injections (when appropriate)
Home program to reduce flare-ups and improve consistency
Home Care & Quick Relief
Stay gently active (short walks, light movement) and avoid prolonged rest
Ice for 10–15 minutes at a time, especially during flare-ups
Take movement breaks if sitting worsens symptoms
Avoid heavy lifting/twisting during flare-ups (lumbar) or prolonged forward head posture (cervical)
Supportive sleep positioning (pillow under knees or between knees; neck-neutral pillow height)
Radiculopathy FAQs
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Not always. It can come from nerve root irritation, peripheral neuropathy, nerve entrapment (like carpal tunnel), or other causes. Evaluation helps pinpoint the source.
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