Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with a pinched nerve.

Ignore: Knowing which nerve is irritated, and the functions it serves is important in treatment and recovery.

Ignore: Get relief from surgery, if appropriate, making certain the diagnostic location is correct.

Ignore: Do see your doctor and get treated. Don't ignore it, hoping it goes away. Take appropriate meds.

Ignore: Don't ignore or cover up the pain with pain pills until muscle weakness starts.

Ignore: Watch for the signs of bladder and bowel involvements. They need immediate attention.

Ignore: 1. Avoid heavy bending, lifting and twisting 2. See a physical therapist 3. see your GP.

Ignore: Consider learning self hypnosis to reduce reliance on pain medications.

Ignore: Skeletal Traction may be an effective option for relieving pain from a pinched nerve.

Ignore: Stretching and low-impact exercise are ideal for relieving the pain from a pinched nerve.

Ignore: Carpal tunnel is a 'PINCHED" median nerve. Wrist splints can help. Try prior to surgery.

Ignore: Treatment for pinched nerve includes surgery as a last resort unless one has severe weakness.

Ignore: As long as there is no severe or progressive weakness/numbness, most get better with time & OTC med.

Ignore: DO go to doctor EARLY for Pinched Nerve Symptoms DO seek to relieve CAUSE DO minimize medication use.

Ignore: Maintain good posture and avoid repetitive movements by taking breaks.

Ignore: Improve range of motion and ease tension.