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Pinched Nerve in Neck

People often use “pinched nerve in neck” or “trapped nerve in neck” when pain, tingling, pins and needles, or numbness seems to come from an irritated nerve. It is a common description, not always a precise diagnosis.

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Pinched nerve comments

“Suffered from pinched nerve and pain at neck, shoulders, shoulder blades. Pain radiates to left arm and numbness too. Sleep was affected too.Came to... 360 on recommendations and reviews. Elaine attended to me, she was very friendly and patiently assessed my situation before she start the treatment. After first session, i was able to sleep.She also shared advice on stretching and strengthening exercises.Each visit was customised based on current conditions which Elaine does it with enthusiasm. I was pleased that my pain lessened with each session.Best of all, there was no hard selling so no stress. Each visit was pleasant and i have since recovered after a few sessions. Really amazed as my diagnosis was rather grim.Thank you Elaine!Best regards!”
Li Ting Chia · Google review, Mar 2021
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Common Pinched Nerve in Neck symptoms

Symptoms can differ from person to person

A pinched nerve may feel different depending on which nerve is irritated and how much it is affected. Not everyone has the same mix of symptoms.

Pain, tingling, or pins and needles in the neck

Local pain, a burning feeling, tingling, or pins and needles in the area supplied by the irritated nerve in the neck.

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Symptoms that travel into an arm, hand, or leg

Pain or altered feeling that travels into an arm, hand, or leg, rather than staying in one spot.

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Numbness or weakness

Reduced feeling, or weakness in the muscles supplied by that nerve. Worsening weakness needs prompt medical assessment.

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How physiotherapy helps

What assessment and rehabilitation may involve

Physiotherapy may help when symptoms are suitable for conservative care. It does not “unpinch” every nerve, and it is not the right first step for every presentation.

What your plan may include

  • Assessment of movement and your symptom pattern
  • Identifying movements or activities that aggravate symptoms
  • Exercise, mobility, and strength work where appropriate
  • Advice on activity modification
  • Monitoring of neurological symptoms
  • Referral for medical assessment when that is the safer next step

Nerve-symptom assessment with an experienced physiotherapy team

A physiotherapist can assess how your symptoms behave with movement and daily activity, then explain whether physiotherapy is appropriate or whether medical review should come first.

Michelle

  • Principal Physiotherapist

B.App.Sc (Physiotherapy), University of Sydney

Michelle has worked in both public and private care settings in Singapore, including Changi General Hospital and Singapore Armed Forces physiotherapy centres.

  • Chronic pain and movement confidence
  • Musculoskeletal conditions such as neck, back, shoulder, and knee symptoms

Locations: Tanjong Pagar, East Coast

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When nerve symptoms are due to a deeper problem

Work habits, injuries and surgeries can cause symptoms that travel into the arm, hand, or leg.

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Neck pain and related problems.

Neck Pain

Stiffness, desk-related strain, and neck movement problems, including when symptoms may involve a nerve.

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Shoulder Pain

Reaching, lifting, or sleep limited by the shoulder, which can be confused with symptoms travelling from the neck.

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Two clinics in Singapore

heal360 Physioclinic is at Tanjong Pagar and East Coast. Both clinics are by appointment only. Book online, or ask which location is more convenient.

Email info@physioclinic.sg if you are unsure which appointment to book.

Start with an assessment of your nerve symptoms

Book a physiotherapy assessment at Tanjong Pagar or East Coast, or ask the clinic which appointment is most suitable.

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