Nerve issues are often overlooked, but they can severely impact your daily life. One example of a particularly difficult condition is ulnar nerve entrapment. Often causing pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and fingers, ulnar nerve entrapment can limit your mobility and affect your quality of life if left untreated.
The good news is that care from a Billings chiropractor can help you find relief!
What Is Ulnar Nerve Entrapment?
Ulnar nerve entrapment happens when the ulnar nerve, which runs from the neck down to the hand, becomes compressed or irritated. This nerve is responsible for the sensation in the pinky and ring fingers and controls some of the muscles in the hand and forearm. When the ulnar nerve is compressed, it can lead to symptoms like tingling, numbness, weakness in the hand, and a loss of coordination in the fingers.
There are several places along the nerve’s pathway where entrapment can occur, but one of the most common sites is the elbow, a condition often referred to as cubital tunnel syndrome. Repetitive motions, prolonged pressure on the elbow, or direct injury can contribute to the entrapment of the ulnar nerve.
How Chiropractic Care Can Help
Chiropractic care focuses on ensuring proper alignment of the spine and other joints in the body, which can all significantly impact nerve health. When it comes to ulnar nerve entrapment, chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate the pressure on the nerve by addressing misalignments, particularly in the neck, shoulder, and elbow regions. Misalignments or subluxations in these areas can contribute to nerve compression or irritation, exacerbating the symptoms of ulnar nerve entrapment.
At Bare Chiropractic, our approach is to assess the entire nervous system and spine to determine if any misalignments are affecting nerve function. A gentle chiropractic adjustment aims to restore proper alignment and improve nerve flow, reducing inflammation and tension that could be contributing to the entrapment. We may also recommend specific exercises and stretches to support the adjustments, improve mobility, and strengthen the muscles around the nerve, reducing the likelihood of future issues.
Regular chiropractic adjustments can help maintain spinal alignment, which may prevent further nerve irritation. Many individuals find that with consistent chiropractic care, their symptoms of numbness, tingling, and discomfort decrease over time. This approach focuses on correcting the underlying issues rather than just addressing the symptoms for true relief.
A Natural Approach to Nerve Health
Chiropractic care offers a natural, drug-free approach to managing conditions like ulnar nerve entrapment. Our focus on spinal alignment allows us to address the potential root causes of nerve irritation.
Dr. Thomas Keogh and the team at Bare Chiropractic are here to help you explore natural options for managing nerve-related discomfort. Our team is dedicated to providing personalized chiropractic care focused on spinal health and nervous system function to help you find relief and improve your quality of life. If you’re dealing with symptoms that you think may be linked to ulnar nerve entrapment, schedule your first evaluation today.
Sources
Davis, D.D., Kane, S.M. “Ulnar Nerve Entrapment.” National Library of Medicine; National Center for Biotechnology Information, 2023 Aug 7. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555929/
Illes, J.D., Johnson Jr., T.L. “Chiropractic management of a patient with ulnar nerve compression symptoms: a case report.” Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, 2013 Jun; 12 (2): 66-73. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24294148/
