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Can cervical nerves heal if the neck sustained mild trauma? (i.e pinched, compressed or stretched.?
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Injured nerve roots in the neck do heal in about 6-12 weeks after conservative treatment such as physical therapy, rest from strain and taking anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen or naproxen.
Answered 2/10/2022
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