A pinched nerve can cause a
lot of pain. It is also a cause for people to feel some anxiety and stress
because of this unusual cause of searing pain. Pinched nerve is sometimes
called a slipped disc which can result from a number of situations mostly from engaging
in sports or any physical activity. If you have been bothered by this kind of
pain, don’t fret. There are home remedies that can be done to at least reduce
the pain. Here are some of the remedies that you can have to alleviate pinched
nerve pain.
There is nothing that can
ease the pain than having a good kind of rest. It is the most basic and the
most effective remedy. Bed rest is the most recommended home remedy by doctors
to people that are suffering from pinched nerve pain. It is best to have some
rest ranging from 24 to 48 hours after you suffer from a pinched nerve pain.
Find a very stable and flat surface with minimal cushioning. It would be better
if you would lie down on a hard surface especially if the pain is killing your
back. A very soft mattress would only make the pain more intense. Never exert
any effort that would only further strain the back or the area where the
pinched nerve is located. A good rest will always allow the nerve to regain
strength and would allow the pain and inflammation contained.
Fruits
Eating plenty of fruits can
help ease the inflammation. Since the nerve would be shooting searing pain
caused by the inflammation it is best to eat foods that can help bring the pain
down. Fruits like apples are great as an anti-inflammatory agent. Apples have
been proven to be able to help people whose bodies are inflamed. Research has
showed that apples are great in controlling inflammation.
Alkaline water
It would also help if you
regularly suffer from pinched nerve pain to lower the acidity level in the
body. The food can make the body more acidic thus can contribute to the searing
pan that you experience with a pinched nerve condition. Drinking alkaline water
can help balance the pH level in the body. It is also helpful to cut down if
not eliminate the acidic food that you would eat. Eating more healthy and real
foods and eliminating processed food in your diet will not only help you
control the pain but also has a lot of health benefits as well.
Turmeric
Turmeric is known as a spice
that you can readily find in your kitchen. But turmeric can also become a
potent anti-inflammatory agent. That is why it is best to have a taste of
turmeric while you can in order to help you get over the hump of the pain and
suffering of having a pinched nerve. Turmeric helps by protecting the body from
oxidative stress that comes from the fat of foods that you eat. Turmeric has been shown to be more effective
than ginger and some drugs against inflammation. It is also great in blocking
bad cholesterol from wreaking havoc to the body.
Compress
Both hot and cold compress
can help people alleviate some of the pain caused by the pinched nerve. Some
people find relief from the pain by alternating hot and cold compress over the
affected area. Start with a 15-minute session with hot compress or a heating
pad or anything that you have that can provide some heat. Be careful in keeping
yourself from being burned. Afterwards, try to have another 15-minute session
this time with an ice pack or a frozen sponge inside a Ziploc bag. Do this
treatment within a two-hour main session.
Brace
A soft back brace can help
support the back so that the nerve can rest and avoid unnecessary strain. It is
recommended especially for new sufferers. Find something that is comfortable
and can help you do minor stuff or tasks around the house or in the office.
Remember to work only on light tasks that do not put much strain on your back
otherwise you will find yourself suffering from pain and anxiety.
There is no description apt
to describe the kind of searing pain that comes from a pinched nerve. The pain
can range from throbbing and dull pain to a razor-sharp pain. The pinch nerve
pain can also radiate to other areas of the body. This is called sciatica.
Remember that you should also strengthen the back to prevent the muscles to get
weak because you favor your back due to the pain.
