What Are the Treatments for a Pinched Nerve?
Pinched nerves cause pain, numbness and decreased sensation to affected parts of the body. The condition, also referred to as radiculopathy, is caused by compression, or increased pressure, applied to nerves, reports MayoClinic.com. The website lists a variety of conditions that can cause nerve compression, including poor posture, sports- or work-related injuries, as well as osteoarthritis. Most cases of pinched nerve resolve within several days to several weeks with minimal treatment.