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Step 1
Visit your family doctor, chiropractor or neurologist.
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Step 2
Take aspirin or ibuprofen to relieve discomfort. Taking two aspirin every day, even when you aren't suffering acute pain, can help prevent pinched-nerve pain from worsening.
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Step 3
Apply hot or cold packs to the site of your pinched nerve. Sometimes ice will work better than heat; at other times, a heating pad will do a better job of relieving pain. Try both to see which one is more effective for you.
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Step 4
Lift and carry only lightweight objects. Avoid sports that cause you to make sudden jarring motions, like football.
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Step 5
Eat a diet rich in fiber, fruits and vegetables to prevent constipation. Straining to defecate stresses the body.
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Step 6
Massage the area that is sore. Be careful not to prod too harshly over the sore spot.
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Step 7
Try various relaxation techniques, like breathing deeply. They can help calm your mind and body.
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Step 8
Ask for help. Having someone in the house to assist you with your chores of daily living can do a lot to speed your recovery.
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Step 9
Ask your doctor for prescription pain relievers if severe pain continues. It is pointless for you to suffer with unrelenting pain.
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Step 10
Isolate area (do not use) effected, this should decrease the pain and allow the nerve to heal.
A pinched nerve can be caused by trauma, strain or disease. A pinched nerve can be quite painful and may c… More
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Anonymous said
on 4/16/2007 1) Exercise for muscle strength and flexibility in the area when you are not in pain.
2) Be aware of the potential for repetitive stress injury. For example: placement of computer screen, television, etc.
3) Do not strain to extend the arms more than a comfortable length from the body.