Exercises to get relief from Neck & arm pain ( cervical radiculopathy)
Cervical radiculopathy is a medical condition that occurs when a nerve root in the cervical (neck) spine becomes compressed or irritated, leading to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the areas of the body that the affected nerve serves. This condition is typically caused by the herniation of a cervical disc, degenerative changes in the spine, bone spurs, or other structural issues in the neck. Common symptoms of cervical radiculopathy include: -- Neck pain: - Pain is often present in the neck and may radiate down the arm. Arm pain: - Sharp or burning pain may extend from the neck down to the arm and even into the fingers. Numbness and tingling: - Patients may experience a loss of sensation or abnormal sensations in the affected arm. Muscle weakness: - Weakness in the muscles served by the affected nerve root can occur, l...