A pinched nerve can trigger discomfort; but, without treatment, they can also lead to permanent nerve damage. The skilled team at Pinched Nerve Specialist Doctor NJ in New Jersey have advanced training in nerve disorders and provide cutting-edge treatments for issues, like pinched nerves. If you have symptoms that could be a pinched nerve, don’t wait to find relief.What is a pinched nerve?A pinched nerve develops when there’s too much pressure applied to one of your nerves because of surrounding tissue in the area. While you can have a pinched nerve anywhere in your body, one of the most common locations is in your spine. Symptoms of a pinched nerveYour symptoms and their severity vary based on the location of your compressed nerve. Some of the most common symptoms include: Pain that may be sharp, burning or aching Pain that radiates outward Shocking, electrical-like sensations Feelings of pins and needles Numbness Muscle weakness You may experience a pinched nerve as upper back pain when it occurs near your shoulders, lower back pain that may affect your legs or neck, making it difficult to move your head. You may feel like your hand or foot falls asleep frequently. Repetitive movements or certain positions worsen symptoms. Call us at (551) 249-9242.