- A pinched nerve is a result of an encroachment or space occupying lesion. Most commonly, a herniated/bulging disc impinges upon a nerve causing numbness, tingling, burning, or pain. However, a pinched nerve can also be caused be a compression, constriction, or stretching.
- There are many pairs of spinal nerves because there are 33 bones in the spine. In between each bone a spinal nerve exits on the right and left. These nerves travel elsewhere to innervate (provide electrical impulses) other tissues. When a nerve is in a compromised state due to a biomechanical dysfunction, there is a negative downstream effect. (Hilton’s Law explains this well).
- There is an intervertebral disc between each vertebra that provides strength and mobility. These discs maintain a proper distance between each vertebra as to not encroach upon the exiting spinal nerve. If the disc loses height due to degenerative processes or an injury, a nerve can become pinched. The pinching can cause varying symptoms from mild numbness/tingling to sharp, radiating pain.
- Removing the biomechanical distortion via a gentle, safe, yet effective Upper Cervical Spinal Correction primary method of treatment at Crossroads Brain & Spine. Once the biomechanical distortion is removed and neurologic integrity of the spine restored, Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression may be necessary.
Testimonials
I visited Dr. Lea in December 2025 barely able to walk. I had gone through physical therapy, massage therapy and chiropractic care…none of which had a positive lasting effect. I finally got a MRI that showed a disc problem. Dr. Lea provided an honest assessment of my condition and was confident that his program could help me heal. Fast forward to May 2026, my back is 60% better and working toward continual improvement. I can now do basic activities such as grocery shopping without getting winded every 5 minutes. I can climb stairs normally. Dr. Lea didn’t over promise or under deliver. His program isn’t a money grab. With consistency from me, he and his team have improved my quality of life. To Dr. Lea, Nicole, Hannah…I’m sure I’m forgetting someone unintentionally…THANK YOU!
Christina
