Cervical Radiculopathy

Cervical radiculopathy, commonly called a “pinched nerve,” occurs when a nerve in the neck is compressed or irritated due to degeneration, disc herniation, or injury. It can cause pain or numbness that radiates from the neck into the shoulder, arm, and hand.

Overview and Symptoms

Overview and Symptoms

Common symptoms include:

Numbness or tingling in arms and hands
Neck pain radiating to shoulders and arms
Weakness in the upper limbs
Lack of hand coordination

Treatment

Treatment options include:

Physiotherapy and posture correction
Anti-inflammatory medications
Epidural steroid injections
Minimally invasive spine surgery (if required)

Your doctor will determine the appropriate treatment based on severity and imaging results.