What Is Radiculopathy?
Radiculopathy is a condition that results from compression of the spinal nerve roots. This can cause pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in different parts of the body. It can be quite disabling and there is not much information about the best treatment approach. However, both surgical and non-surgical treatments are often used.
Researching Non-Surgical Treatments for Radiculopathy
One scientific paper examined the outcomes of conservative, non-surgical treatment of patients with radiculopathy. This study included 162 patients with a diagnosis of radiculopathy who were treated with chiropractic spinal adjustments, neuromobilization, and exercise stabilization. The frequency and duration of care were determined for each patient, but most study subjects received care two to three times per week.
Conclusion of Researcher
After undergoing an average of nine treatment sessions, 85.5% of the patients experienced resolution of their radicular complaints. Patients experienced an average change in numeric pain scale of 4.2 between the initial and final visit. There were 23 cases that were considered unresolved; those patients were referred for steroid injection, further medication management, or surgery. The researchers concluded that the conservative management strategy explored here produced favorable outcomes for most radiculopathy patients.
You don't have to suffer from chronic radicular pain. See if chiropractic care can help you get relief.
Reference
Christensen KD, Buswell K. Chiropractic outcomes managing radiculopathy in a hospital setting: a retrospective review of 162 patients. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 2008; 7 (3): 115-25.
