Extremity tingling is an odd, prickling sensation around the hands, arms, fingers, and feet. Otherwise called radiculopathy, the tingling and numbness are forms of temporary paresthesia. The feeling might not cause any concern if it only occurs rarely, but if it becomes recurrent and causes discomfort, then there might be a serious issue. Fortunately, a chiropractor can provide safe and effective treatment to resolve the condition.
Some of the causes of a tingling sensation in the extremities include:
Extremity tingling and numbness can occur from routine activities like sitting or standing in one position for too long, sleeping on an arm, or sitting with crossed legs. These things place undue pressure on the nerves and cause unpleasant sensations. The tingling and numbness should disappear after switching positions. No medical attention is necessary if this is the situation.
Persistent numbness could be an indication of an injury or a medical condition. Conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, a herniated disc in the spine, enlarged blood vessels, spinal cord inflammation, and scar tissue put pressure on the nerves, causing the tingling and numbness that often co-occur with neck or back pain.
When patients feel those unpleasant sensations in their hands or feet, it means there is an issue with the nerves connecting the back and the extremities. The central nervous system is a chiropractor's area of expertise.
Chiropractic care can resolve pain, tingling, and numbness in the extremities in two distinct ways. First, chiropractic treatment focuses on non-invasive, non-surgical interventions, and natural care as the first line of treatment. Chiropractors try to relieve pain and address patients' issues without surgery or medications.
The doctor will perform a physical exam to know if there is an underlying issue causing the condition. If the case is carpal tunnel syndrome, they may recommend different treatment options. The first step is to perform gentle adjustments to the arm, shoulder, and wrist, which may free up the nerves responsible for the pain. Also, the chiropractor may recommend icing the wrist to alleviate inflammation. They may also recommend stabilizing braces, especially for those whose jobs require repetitive motion, like typing.
Sometimes, extremity tingling and numbness are misdiagnosed as carpal tunnel syndrome. The chiropractor may trace the issue back to the patient's neck, which is the origin of the nerves that eventually run through the carpal tunnel. Misalignment of the spine can also put pressure on the nerves in the neck region. Even if there is a pinched nerve around the neck, the effects may not occur at the point of impingement; instead, the symptoms might appear around the elbow, wrist, shoulder, or fingers. Chiropractic care is effective for relieving pain in such cases.
If you are experiencing extremity tingling or have undergone treatment previously for arm pain and tingling without significant relief, you should consider visiting the chiropractor. Book an appointment today for a consultation and assessment.
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